Powerscourt Distillery (Powerscourt Estate, Enniskerry)
Updated: Oct 27
Powerscourt Distillery is an Irish whiskey distillery on the Powerscourt Estate in Enniskerry, County Wicklow. It makes Irish whiskey under the Fercullen brand.
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Powerscourt at a glance
Distillery fact | Verified detail |
|---|---|
Producer / distillery | Powerscourt |
Country and region | County Wicklow, Ireland |
Ownership / operator | Powerscourt Distillery |
History or founding | The Bord Bia members directory says the distillery was established in 2018. WhiskyNet describes it as the first legal whiskey distillery in County Wicklow in over a century, and says… |
Whisky identity | Irish whiskey production and maturation on the Powerscourt Estate with distinct sourced and own spirit |
Visiting | Check the producer's current website for tours, visitor access and bookings. |
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Where is Powerscourt Distillery?
The distillery is in a restored 18th century mill house on the historic Powerscourt Estate in Enniskerry, County Wicklow, Ireland.
History
The Bord Bia members directory says the distillery was established in 2018. WhiskyNet describes it as the first legal whiskey distillery in County Wicklow in over a century, and says Fercullen production began in 2018, initially combining sourced spirit with on site maturation before moving to fully in house distilled whiskey.
Equipment and production
WhiskyNet lists three pot stills: a 12,500 litre wash still, an 8,250 litre middle still and a 5,500 litre spirit still.
The same entry says the equipment was commissioned from Forsyths and that the distillery runs four stainless steel washbacks.
Water is said to come from mountain springs and aquifers of the Wicklow region, and maturation is mainly in ex-bourbon American oak with selected finishing casks for limited releases.
WhiskyNet gives a total production figure of 1,000,000 litres, which is a catalogue figure we have not confirmed with the distillery.
Range and visiting
The Fercullen range listed by WhiskyNet includes single malt releases, Fercullen Falls blended whiskey, age statement releases and an Untamed cask strength bottling. The distillery runs tours and tastings, and its website is powerscourtdistillery.com. Check it for current hours and booking.
What makes Powerscourt distinctive?
Irish whiskey production and maturation on the Powerscourt Estate with distinct sourced and own spirit
Powerscourt whisky bottle and expression comparison
Bottle / expression | Age | ABV | Cask maturation / notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Fercullen 14 Year Old | 14 years | Check label | Irish whiskey production and maturation on the Powerscourt Estate with distinct sourced and own spirit |
Fercullen Irish Whiskey | NAS / varies | Check label | Irish whiskey production and maturation on the Powerscourt Estate with distinct sourced and own spirit |
These expressions are documented or historical references, not a live shop catalogue. Check the official producer for current age, ABV, release date and stock.
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Frequently asked questions about Powerscourt
Where is Powerscourt?
County Wicklow, Ireland.
Who is behind Powerscourt?
Powerscourt Distillery.
What is special about Powerscourt?
Irish whiskey production and maturation on the Powerscourt Estate with distinct sourced and own spirit.
Which whisky expressions are documented?
Fercullen 14 Year Old, Fercullen Irish Whiskey. Stock and exact distillation origin may vary.
Can you visit Powerscourt?
Check the current distillery website for tours and opening arrangements before travelling.
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Sources, image credits and official links
Sources: WhiskyNet distillery entry; Bord Bia Origin Green members directory; Great Visitor Experiences attraction listing. Read on 21 October 2026.
Whisky Clan retains the original history and sources above. Ownership, whisky range and visitor conditions may change.
The photograph shows Powerscourt Estate, not the distillery stillhouse.
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