Jameson Distillery Bow St. Tour & Whiskey Tasting

About This Experience

Step inside the original Bow St. Distillery in Smithfield, where John Jameson first set up shop in 1780, and follow the story of one of the world's most famous whiskeys. Your guide walks you through the historic distillery buildings and the making of Irish whiskey, from the people who craft it to the people who serve it. Rather than a dry museum visit, this is a lively, storytelling-led experience across three chapters: the Bow St. location and its facilities, those who make the whiskey, and those who shake it. It is a warm, welcoming introduction whether you are a lifelong whiskey drinker or brand new to the spirit.

The highlight for many guests is the guided comparative tasting, where you touch, smell and taste your way through the differences between Irish, Scotch and American whiskey, learning why triple-distilled Jameson tastes the way it does. Your ticket also includes a signature Jameson cocktail served at the JJ Bar, a relaxed spot to linger after the tour and soak up the atmosphere. Guides are knowledgeable and genuinely engaging, and the sessions are built around conversation, so you often end up swapping stories with fellow travellers from all over the world.

If you want to go deeper, you can upgrade on site by adding a visit to Dublin's only live maturation warehouse, where you will learn about the steps that go into ageing whiskey and taste Jameson drawn straight from the barrel. Whiskey lovers can also purchase a personalized, distillery-exclusive bottle as a memento. With a rating of 4.74 from more than 7,000 reviews, the Bow St. tour is a Dublin favourite, so it is worth booking ahead as popular time slots sell out.

Highlights

• Guided tour of the historic 1780 Bow St. Distillery in Smithfield
• Discover the secrets and story behind triple-distilled Irish whiskey
• Comparative tasting of Irish, Scotch and American whiskey
• A signature Jameson cocktail served at the JJ Bar
• Optional on-site upgrade to Dublin's only live maturation warehouse
• Buy a personalized distillery-exclusive bottle as a keepsake

What's Included

• ✓ Guided tour of the Bow St. Distillery
• ✓ Comparative whiskey tasting (Irish, Scotch and American)
• ✓ A signature Jameson cocktail at the JJ Bar

Not Included

• Gratuities
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Food and additional drinks

What to Bring

• Valid photo ID (18+ required for tastings)
• Comfortable walking shoes

Good to Know & Caveats

• The guided tour lasts approximately 45 minutes
• You must be 18 or over to take part in the whiskey tasting
• The meeting point may vary depending on the option you book (tours also run in French and German)
• The maturation warehouse visit and a personalized bottle are optional add-ons available on site
• The experience is very popular, so booking ahead is recommended as slots sell out

Meeting Point

Jameson Distillery, Bow St., Smithfield, Dublin 7 (please note the meeting point may vary depending on the option you book).