Lough Mask: Distillery Profile
Updated: Oct 27
Lough Mask Distillery, also known as Loch Measc, is a whiskey distillery and visitor centre on the shores of Lough Mask in Tourmakeady, County Mayo.
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Location | Mayo, Connacht, Ireland |
Research overview | Lough Mask Distillery, also known as Loch Measc, is a whiskey distillery and visitor centre on the shores of Lough Mask in Tourmakeady, County Mayo. |
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History and production
Founding
Local press says the distillery was established in 2016 and employs seven local staff. Production started in early 2018. It makes small batches of Irish whiskey, gin and vodka, and its range includes Loch Measc Single Malt Whiskey, Loch Measc Gin and Loch Measc Vodca.
In April 2024 the distillery was reported to be seeking investment for development and growth. In July 2024 it was running a cask programme for the future.
Lough Mask whisky bottles and expressions
Loch Measc Single Malt Whiskey is a producer-named whiskey project distilled at the distillery, with spirit maturing in American and European oak. Its official spirits page still says the first commercial whiskey is coming soon; this is not evidence that a fully released labelled bottle is currently available.
Visiting Lough Mask
If you plan to visit, check current opening times and any tour bookings with the distillery before travelling. Availability can change.
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Frequently asked questions about Lough Mask
Where is Lough Mask?
The available research places the producer in Mayo, Connacht, Ireland.
What is known about its background?
Lough Mask Distillery, also known as Loch Measc, is a whiskey distillery and visitor centre on the shores of Lough Mask in Tourmakeady, County Mayo.
Which whisky expressions does Lough Mask produce or bottle?
Loch Measc Single Malt Whiskey is a producer-named whiskey project distilled at the distillery, with spirit maturing in American and European oak. Its official spirits page still says the first commercial whiskey is coming soon; this is not evidence that a fully released labelled bottle is currently available.
Can I visit Lough Mask?
Check current visitor access and tour arrangements directly with the producer before travelling.
Sources and further reading
Sources: Lough Mask Distillery website (loughmaskdistillery.com), Mayo News 25 April 2024, Irish Whiskey Magazine 19 July 2024 and Mayo Food and Drink Network, read on 20 October 2026.
Cover photograph: Lough Mask Distillery's own signed production building in Ireland. Source: Lough Mask Distillery official website. Reuse rights have not been independently confirmed.
Image source: Lough Mask Distillery official website
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