Teeling Whiskey Distillery is a working distillery at 13-17 Newmarket in The Liberties, Dublin 8. A guided visit follows whiskey production and the history of distilling in Dublin, then finishes with a tasting of Teeling whiskeys. You can see production in progress, so the visit has a different focus from a museum-only tour. At the bar, look for Irish coffee or cocktails such as the Caramel Cold Brew. The distillery opened in 2015, renewing whiskey-making at a site in Dublin’s historic distilling district.
A distillery returns to The Liberties
Teeling Whiskey Distillery opened in 2015 in Newmarket, within The Liberties, an area with a long association with whiskey-making. It was the first new whiskey distillery to open in Dublin in more than 125 years. The Teeling family’s distilling history reaches back to 1782, when a small distillery was established on Marrowbone Lane.
The family’s modern company and its Newmarket distillery are part of a return to whiskey production in the city. The phoenix on Teeling’s logo reflects that theme of revival. The site is a working distillery, so the tour connects the story of whiskey in Dublin with production happening on the premises.
What the guided tour covers
The tour introduces the history of Irish whiskey and explains how the spirit is made, from its raw materials through distillation and maturation in wooden barrels. Guides describe the production process and the differences between whiskey styles. The experience is designed for people without prior knowledge as well as whiskey enthusiasts, and questions are part of the discussion.
The route includes an introductory section with information panels and photographs before moving onto the production floor. The change from display material to the working area gives the process a more tangible context: you can see equipment and production in progress. The distillery is relatively small, and not every stage takes place at this site, but it is an active production facility rather than a historic museum alone.
The tasting and bar
Tours end with a tasting of Teeling whiskeys. The standard tasting and Select Tour are described differently in the available tour accounts, so check the current tour details when booking if the number of samples matters to you. Tasting guides explain how the samples differ, and there is no need to finish every pour.
The distillery also has a bar where you can order whiskey and cocktails. Drinks mentioned at the venue include Irish coffee, the Spirit of Dublin cocktail, Dublin Coffee, a whiskey sour and Caramel Cold Brew. The shop sells whiskey-related gifts, including etched tasting glasses. You can visit the bar after the tour, or ask whether tasting without a tour is available when you plan your visit.
FAQ
Do you need to book the Teeling Whiskey Distillery tour in advance?
Advance tickets are recommended. Book ahead if you want to join a guided tour.
What happens on a Teeling Whiskey Distillery tour?
The guided visit covers Dublin’s whiskey history and the production process, includes a look at the working distillery and ends with a whiskey tasting.
How long should you allow for a visit?
Allow about 1 to 2 hours for the tour, tasting and time at the bar or shop.
Can you visit the bar without taking a tour?
The bar serves whiskey and cocktails, and information about the venue indicates that a tour is not required to taste its whiskey. Check current access details before going.
