Discover the Spirit of Northern Ireland — One Tale at a Time
Recently, we had the opportunity to join in with a brilliant group of whiskey fans on one of the very first “Tours and Tales” experiences! Tours take place from June until September.
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Introduction
Recently, we had the opportunity to join in with a brilliant group of whiskey fans on one of the very first “Tours and Tales” experiences!
These small-group whiskey and food tours are packed with the culture, stories, and flavours of Northern Ireland that make every dram unforgettable.
There are currently three options available; Bushmills and “The Whiskey Hotel”, Copeland and The North Down Coast, but we set off to explore Belfast’s Titanic Distillers and to enjoy lunch and a curated whiskey tasting in the Titanic Hotel.
Interview with Stephen and Maureen
Our Experience
We were collected at a designated pick-up location, and had a light breakfast snack to enjoy on the way, before we arrived at the distillery, in the Pump House of Thompson Dock, where we had a fully guided tour, learning about the history of the building and its role in the construction of that famous ship. We were then guided through the distillation process, before we were seated to sample some of Titanic’s award-winning spirits, and a fabulous cocktail creation.
Lunch
After the distillery tour, the nearby Titanic Hotel, which was once the headquarters and drawing office of Harland and Wolff, was the perfect venue for a delicious lunch. We were seated in Lord Pirrie’s Office a stunning period private dining space, where we tucked into dishes such as burgers and chips, halloumi flatbreads, vegetarian curry, and duck ragu.
Curated Whiskey Tasting Experience
We were then treated to a curated tasting experience, trying a number of carefully selected whiskeys, including Bushmills 12, Dunville’s Single Malt, Hinch Oloroso Sherry Cask, and Shortcross Single Malt, designed to showcase the superb quality of Irish whiskey-making today.
After the tasting we were transported to our drop off point with a “Tours & Tales” gift as a souvenir of a fantastic day.
Tours take place from June until September: discover the spirit of Northern Ireland, one tale at a time.
