Dublin Liberties Distillery: Dublin 8, History and Opening
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Dublin Liberties Distillery is a distillery and visitor centre in the Liberties district of Dublin 8, an area with a long whiskey-making heritage. It began distilling in February 2019.
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Dublin Liberties at a glance
Distillery fact | Verified detail |
|---|---|
Distillery / brand | Dublin Liberties |
Country and region | Dublin, Ireland |
Owner / operator | The Dublin Liberties Distillery |
Historical background | Modern distillery in Dublin's historic Liberties |
Whisky identity | Modern distillery in Dublin's historic Liberties |
Visitor planning | Check the producer's official site for current tours and operating hours. |
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Opening in 2019
Dublin Live reported on 20 February 2019 that the distillery became the 22nd operational Irish whiskey distillery on the island on the day it announced the start of distillation. The visitor centre opened at the same time, with room for up to 80,000 visitors a year, and was the fourth distillery visitor centre in Dublin city centre. Head Distiller Darryl McNally led the team.
Ownership and investment
Dublin Live said the distillery is owned by Quintessential Brands, an independent international spirits group. In July 2017 TheTaste.ie reported that Stock Spirits Group had acquired 25 per cent of Quintessential Brands Irish Whiskey, with an announced total investment of 28 million euro, and that a large part would go to completing and fitting out the Dublin 8 distillery. That article expected the doors to open in summer 2018, and the actual start came in February 2019.
The early range
The Dublin Liberties Oak Devil: an extra aged blend of single malt and grain whiskey, non-chill filtered and bottled at 46 per cent (2017 report).
The Dublin Liberties Copper Alley: a 10 year old single malt aged in bourbon casks and finished for six months in 30 year old Oloroso sherry casks (2017 report).
Opening and setting
The Whiskey Wash reported in March 2019 that the Dublin Liberties Distillery had opened in Dublin's Liberties district after a build of around a year, at a stated cost of 10 million euros. The project renovated a 400 year old building, keeping its original architecture and facade, and has a natural spring water source on site.
Master distiller: Darryl McNally
Owner: Quintessential Brands, whose Irish whiskey portfolio includes The Dubliner and The Dublin Liberties
On site: a cocktail bar, tours and a view of how the whiskey is made
Sources and gaps
Sources: Dublin Live, 20 February 2019; TheTaste.ie, 17 July 2017.
Gaps: both sources are several years old. Current ownership, stills, range, visitor hours and prices need checking against the official site before publishing. This is a thin draft.
Further source read on 21 October 2026: The Whiskey Wash report of 5 March 2019 on the Dublin Liberties Distillery opening.
What makes Dublin Liberties distinctive?
Modern distillery in Dublin's historic Liberties
Dublin Liberties whisky bottle and expression comparison
Bottle / expression | Age | ABV | Cask maturation / notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Dublin Liberties Oak Devil Irish Whiskey | NAS / release dependent | Check bottle | Modern distillery in Dublin's historic Liberties |
The table records named or historical expressions. Exact availability, strength and provenance can change; consult the producer for current details.
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Frequently asked questions about Dublin Liberties
Where is Dublin Liberties located?
Dublin, Ireland.
Who owns or operates Dublin Liberties?
The Dublin Liberties Distillery.
What makes Dublin Liberties distinctive?
Modern distillery in Dublin's historic Liberties.
Which whiskies are documented for Dublin Liberties?
Dublin Liberties Oak Devil Irish Whiskey. Availability varies.
Can visitors tour Dublin Liberties?
Check the producer's current tour and booking information; not all sites are open to visitors.
Sources and editorial notes
The original research and reference links have been retained. Current ownership, prices, operating status and visitor arrangements should be reconfirmed.
Image note: the cover is an illustrative whisky photograph from the Whisky Clan media library, not a photograph of this distillery or its products.
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Cover photograph: Dublin Liberties Distillery's actual copper whisky pot stills at its Dublin 8 production facility. Source: Visit Dublin city tourism. Reuse rights have not been independently confirmed.
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