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Craft Irish Whiskey was founded in 2018 to redefine Irish whiskey, with a mission to restore Ireland’s place as a global leader in whiskey craftsmanship. Our approach blends tradition with innovative, scientific methods of maturation. From the beginning, we have made whiskey with a flavour-first mindset, in the belief that age alone does not define […]
In the space of two weeks, The Donn, Craft Irish Whiskey’s single malt, has been awarded Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC) and Gold Outstanding at the International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC). Both results scored 98 points. Both were judged completely blind. For a whiskey that is just under seven […]
We are proud to announce that The Donn has been awarded Whiskey of the Year at the 2026 London Spirits Competition, achieving an exceptional 96 points and securing Double Gold. At just six years old, it has now achieved three consecutive “Whiskey of the Year” titles across leading international competitions, London (2026), Asia (2025), and […]
At Craft Irish Whiskey, we believe that whiskey deserves more than a place on the back bar, it belongs at the table, alongside the world’s finest food. That belief came to life in a powerful way at this year’s World’s 50 Best Restaurants Awards, where we were proud to partner with 50 Best across three […]
We are thrilled to announce an exclusive partnership with Soho Whisky Club—an iconic London institution nestled within The Vintage House, which is undergoing an exciting transformation.This newly revitalised club is set to debut a refined look and a truly elevated tasting experience, complete with a luxurious cigar terrace. For London’s whiskey lovers, the club promises […]
We are proud to announce that The Donn has been featured on the menu at the prestigious Restaurant Gordon Ramsay for the third consecutive year. This exciting milestone highlights the continued success of a partnership between two brands dedicated to unparalleled excellence. Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, a three-Michelin-starred establishment, is renowned for its exquisite dining experience, […]
Every year the organisation of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants convenes to reveal its annual ranking of the top eateries from across the globe. This year, that celebration took place along the Las Vegas Strip, and as one of the leading sponsors of the event, The Craft Irish Whiskey Co. enjoyed a front row seat […]
In celebration of World Cocktail Day on Monday 13th May, we partnered with Michelin-star Restaurant 1890 in iconic London venue The Savoy, to present to you The Emerald Noir cocktail, featuring our Single Malt, The Donn. A mysterious and elegant creation by Head Bartender Janis Muzikants, this cocktail is a masterful blend of cream sherry, cherry […]
The Craft Irish Whiskey Co. is responsible for some of the most exclusive whiskeys on earth. Indeed, we recently set the world record for the most expensive whiskey ever sold: The Emerald Isle—an unparalleled collector’s piece that can never be replicated. But we know as well as anyone that whiskey must do much more than […]