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Exports Of Irish Spirits Were Worth €1.3 Billion Last Year, Up 13.8%

Spirits are now one of Ireland’s leading agri-food export categories, with €1.32 billion in exports from the island of Ireland and a 13.8% incre...

Irish Whiskey Industry Welcomes Signing Of EU-Japan Trade Agreement

The Irish Whiskey Association welcomes the signing today (Tuesday 17 July) in Tokyo of the EU-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement, the largest trade deal...

Irish Distillers Announces Three New Senior Appointments

Irish Distillers has today announced the appointment of Claire Tolan as Managing Director – Ireland to replace Louise Ryan who takes up the position...

SpiritsEurope Urge EU & UK Negotiators To Make Swift Progress On GIs

Ahead of tomorrow’s June European Council Summit, European spirits producers urge EU & UK negotiators to make effective progress on key separ...

Russia Emerges As Irish Whiskey’s Fastest Growing Market In 2017

Russia has emerged as Irish whiskey’s fastest growing market in 2017, according to figures compiled by International Wine and Spirits Research (IWSR)...

Dublin Liberties Distillery Takes Top Spot At Multiple Drinks Award Shows

The Dublin Liberties Distillery has announced that it has won more gold medals across top award shows for the global drinks industry. Two weeks after wi...

Dublin Liberties Distillery Announces New Craft Distillery At Old Mill Street

The Dublin Liberties Distillery has confirmed its new craft distillery will open in October creating up to 20 jobs. The announcement was made as three e...

Irish Whiskey Brand Tullamore D.E.W. Lands Partnership With Aer Lingus

Tullamore D.E.W., Irish whiskey, has recently announced that it has secured a partnership, with Aer Lingus and will be available to purchase on all flights...