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Great experience
Very interesting tour in a small but ambitious distillery.
Clonakilty Distillery Tour & Classic Whiskey Tasting
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 15min
- Price from
- $23 / person
- Location
- Cork, Ireland
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 115 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 6
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Clonakilty Distillery
Description
A sensory adventure awaits, experiencing the sights, sounds, and aroma of a distillery creating premium Irish Whiskey, Gin & Vodka, in the beautiful West Cork town of Clonakilty.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, and 4:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 18–64)
- $23
- Senior (ages 65+)
- $17
- Youth (ages 12–17)
- $14
- Child (ages 3–11)
- Free
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
In demand: 30 of the next 54 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and smells of our working distillery, guided by our expert tour guides. Delve into the process of Irish Whiskey production, before tasting the finished product! This one hour distillery tour concludes with a tutored tasting of Clonakilty Whiskey.
What's included
Included
Guided tasting of two award-winning Clonakilty whiskeys.
Fully guided tour of our working distillery.
An cinematic journey flying over our family farm.
Not included
Under 18's are not served alcohol.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
115 reviews
How it compares in Cork
- No. 17 by number of reviews among 175 tours in Cork
- Starting price $23 is 60% below the typical $57 for tours of similar length in Cork
Excurgo comparison of 175 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Clonakilty Distillery Tour & Classic Whiskey Tasting take?
Clonakilty Distillery Tour & Classic Whiskey Tasting lasts about 1h 15min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Clonakilty Distillery Tour & Classic Whiskey Tasting cost?
Prices start at $23 per person for this Cork experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Clonakilty Distillery Tour & Classic Whiskey Tasting run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, and 4:00 PM.
How much does Clonakilty Distillery Tour & Classic Whiskey Tasting cost for children?
Children aged 3–11 pay nothing, adults from $23. Infants go free.
Does Clonakilty Distillery Tour & Classic Whiskey Tasting sell out?
It can: 30 of the next 54 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Clonakilty Distillery Tour & Classic Whiskey Tasting for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
What languages is Clonakilty Distillery Tour & Classic Whiskey Tasting offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(115)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
B
Excellent tour.
Very interesting and James the guide was very entertaining as well as informative
T
Great tour, well worth going.
Very interesting tour, with lots of information. The stills were explaned, and the process. Ended up with samples and told how the taste can change, and how the years can make a difference. Fascinating. Well worth going.
J
Fantastic educational tour. James was a super friendly guide. Wonderful tasting. Def do the 5 tasting tour.
Excellent tasting. Highly recommend.
D
Great Place to Visit
Went to the distillery on a bus trip. Staff were very friendly. Sampled some great whiskey’s. Beautiful town and country side.
J
Great tour
Fantastic and knowledgeable tour! I would recommend the tour and visit to the surrounding town. West cork is also a must see.
Operator response
Thank you for leaving a review. I am so glad to hear that you enjoyed your visit!
J
Fantastic
Excellent whiskey! Great host! Sush was fantastic.. highly recommend whiskey and tasing experience. And if you don’t like whiskey, they have gin and vodka as well
Operator response
Hi Jaco! I am delighted to hear that you had a great time on the distillery tour with Sushreeth. We hope to welcome you back soon. Sláinte!
E
Excellent distillery tour.
Excellent small group tour. Very personalised and very informative. Well worth the time and definitely worth trying the flights of whiskey.
Operator response
Hello, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted you enjoyed the small group experience and found it both personal and informative. Great to hear the whiskey flights added to the enjoyment—we’ll be sure to share your feedback with the team.
R
Brilliant Whiskey Tour Experience
Had such a fantastic experience with James as the tour guide, I would highly recommend anyone who has an interest in whiskey to go on this tour!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you had a fantastic experience with James. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the tour, especially since whiskey lovers are always in for a treat. We’ll be sure to pass along your recommendation to James—he’ll be so happy to hear it! We hope to welcome you back on another tour soon!
3
Enjoyable tour and tasting - essential tourist activity!
Thoroughly enjoyable informative tour. Smart modern surroundings and fun tour guides by the enthusiastic and knowledgeable James. Great couple of hours of tourist essential ended with a delicious tasting session.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found it both informative and fun. James will be especially pleased to know his enthusiasm and knowledge made a positive impact on your experience. We always aim to provide a great mix of education and enjoyment, and we're glad you had a memorable time with us. We hope the tasting session was the perfect cherry on top! We look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic visit in the future.
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