This Father’s Day, no matter where you are or when you celebrate it, it’s time to honour those paternal bonds and the influence of fathers in society. Whichever way you choose to say thank you this year, there is really no better way of showing your father you care than by spending time with him. And even better if it’s over a dram of Athrú whiskey.
Read MoreWe caught up with Athrú Head Distiller, Ollie Alcorn to hear about the decisions he made with the recently released 17 year old Oloroso Single Cask Release.
With Athrú single cask releases, buyers can taste whiskey in its purest form, direct from the cask. Our most recent release, 17-year old Oloroso finish Single Cask is an exceptional example of what can be done when using great casks.
Read MoreIt’s time for us to raise a glass again and toast our recent success - our Small Batch Release won a Silver Medal at the London Spirits Competition. These prestigious awards recognise excellence in the drinks industry, with the judges consisting of some of the most renowned names in the industry.
Read MoreInternational Irish Whiskey Day takes place on Wednesday, March 3rd.
We are taking this very important day as the perfect opportunity to explain the importance of the number three to us here at Athrú Whiskey.
Read MoreAt Athrú we’re big fans of any occasion that unites people in merriment and memories, and even more so when the day in question is St. Patrick’s Day - a celebration of Ireland’s patron saint.
Read MoreWe’ve got something new coming. Well, actually, three new somethings - our new Athrú trilogy of single malt Irish whiskeys. This release isn’t set to be available until later in the year, so you could be amongst the first people in the world to sample these new offerings. How? By joining our special Virtual Tasting and Distillery Tour on February 17th.
Read MoreOn January 20th we’ll be hosting an online tasting and virtual distillery tour evening, where you can join Lough Gill’s head distiller, Ollie Alcorn, for a special evening of single cask whiskey and stories.
This event gives a rare insight into the finest whiskey we have in our bonded warehouse - and gives you the chance to taste some, too.
Read MoreWe believe Christmas is all about the spirit of giving, and if that gift you happen to be giving is a spirit in the form of single malt Irish whiskey, then that makes it extra special.
From limited edition releases to virtual tasting experiences, this Christmas we've got a whole number of ways you and your loved ones can enjoy our Athrú whiskey. The hardest part won't be choosing what to give, it'll be deciding whether to part with it or keep it for yourself…
Read MoreWe spend all day every day finely crafting our Athrú single malt Irish whiskey, and that in itself is a complex process - without adding nomenclature into the mix. So here, we take a look at what defines a single malt whiskey - discover everything you need to know about the naming, making and legalities surrounding your favourite whiskey.
Read MoreYou’re probably here reading this because you’re a fan of Irish whiskey. Perhaps you’re interested in Irish whiskey distilleries, perhaps learning more about the whiskey making process is more your thing; either way, you’ll probably know that, in recent years Irish whiskey has seen a significant rise in popularity - a movement of which we’re very excited about, and pleased to be a part of here at Lough Gill Distillery.
Read More2021 is shaping up to be a great year indeed for our Athrú whiskeys, with awards galore. And now, it’s time for us to raise a glass again and toast our recent successes - three silver medals in the Bartender Spirits Awards. These prestigious awards recognise excellence in the U.S. drinks industry, with the judges consisting of some of the most renowned names in the industry.
Read MoreWith Father’s Day approaching, as well as thinking about cracking open a bottle of Athrú Irish single malt whiskey and sharing stories with your loved ones, it’s also a time to reflect on family history, heritage, and the generations before that brought us to where we are today.
Read MoreThey say the only way is up, and when it comes to whiskey production, I couldn’t agree more. The exciting news coming from us at the Lough Gill Distillery, is that we’re ready to begin upscaling our production, meaning we’ll go from 300klpa to 600klpa- which is a pretty big deal.
Read MoreTo celebrate Father’s Day this year, Lough Gill Distillery is delighted to announce a unique online single malt tasting and virtual distillery tour on Thursday June 24th at 7.30pm.
Read MoreHi, I’m David Raethorne, founder of the Lough Gill Distillery. This is the first of my founder blogs where I look forward to sharing the story of our journey.
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