
Glendalough Whiskey Tasting Masterclass at Searsons of Baggot Street - National Whiskey Bar of the Year 2024
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Glendalough Whiskey Tasting Masterclass with Head Distiller Ciaran "Rowdy" Rooney at Searsons of Baggot Street - National Whiskey Bar of the Year 2024 & Best Dublin Food Pub 2025
Experience an unmatched evening of premium Irish spirits and award-winning Dublin hospitality. Join us on Monday, August 31st, from 6:30pm to 8:30pm for an exclusive, intimate whiskey-tasting event hosted in the legendary bespoke whiskey bar at Searsons of Baggot Street.
As the crowned National Whiskey Bar of the Year 2024 and Dublin’s Best Food Pub 2025, Searsons is the ultimate destination for whiskey enthusiasts. This special collaboration brings together the historic Dublin 4 pub with the craft innovators at Glendalough Distillery for a masterclass guided by their pioneering Head Distiller, Ciaran "Rowdy" Rooney.
The Glendalough Tasting LineupUnder Rowdy's expert guidance, guests will explore the deep flavors, innovative cask finishes, and distinct forest maturations that define Glendalough's progressive approach to Irish whiskey:
Glendalough Double Barrel: Aged in American Bourbon and finished in Spanish Oloroso Sherry casks.Glendalough Single Pot Still: A beautifully spice-forward pour matured in Irish oak casks sustainably harvested from the mountains surrounding the distillery.Glendalough 7-Year-Old Single Malt (Mizunara Finish): A rare and luxurious malt finished in exceptionally scarce Japanese Mizunara oak.The Distiller's Special: A surprise, exclusive pour chosen directly from the archives by Ciaran Rooney to close out the tasting.
Award-Winning Dining & After-Hours HospitalityTo complement these exceptional whiskeys, enjoy artisan canapés and gourmet finger food freshly prepared by Searsons’ award-winning kitchen team.
Following the structured tasting, all attendees are invited to wind down in our iconic lounge with a complimentary drink to discuss their favorite pours of the night.
Event Information & BookingDate: Monday, August 31stTime: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM (Complimentary social drink to follow)Location: The Whiskey Bar at Searsons of Baggot Street, 42-44 Upper Baggot St, Dublin 4
Tickets: Strictly limited capacity to preserve an intimate environment.
Please Note: Due to the exclusive nature of this tasting and the rare whiskey expressions being poured, tickets are highly limited and must be booked in advance. Tickets available on Eventbrite.
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/glendalough-whiskey-tasting-masterclass-at-searsons-of-baggot-street-tickets-1994784379778
https://searsonsbar.ie/https://www.glendaloughdistillery.com/
[email protected](01) 660 0330
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