The Dublin Whiskey Trail
Rare Single Malts & Historic Cellar Vaults
Discover Ireland's liquid gold through centuries-old whiskey houses. From the 150+ bottle selection in Bowes Lounge to the subterranean 18th-century wine cellars of The Merrion, this trail is dedicated to premium single pot stills and whiskey lore.
Turn-by-Turn Crawl Stops
6 Verified StopsIrish Whiskey Museum Bar
119 Grafton St, South City, D02 E620 · Est. 2014
Perched over College Green and Trinity College, serving curated tastings across all major Irish whiskey distilleries without brand bias.
Bowe's Lounge Bar
31 Fleet St, D02 Y886 · Est. 1854
Narrow Victorian pub famed for having one of Dublin's top 3 pints of stout.
Moss Lane
37 Pearse St, Grand Canal Dock, D02 K840 · Est. 2022
Tucked behind Trinity College, Moss Lane features an extraordinary curated wall of Irish whiskeys and knowledgeable staff eager to guide your tasting.
The Cellar Bar at The Merrion
Upper Merrion St, Georgian Quarter, D02 NH96 · Est. 1997
Set within the original 18th-century granite vaults of The Merrion Hotel, offering an intimate historic setting and rare reserve whiskeys.
Doheny & Nesbitt
5 Baggot Street Lower, D02 F768 · Est. 1867
'Doheny Debate' home where politicians and journalists talk over pints.
The Swan Bar
57-58 York St, Aungier St, D02 F670 · Est. 1661
One of Dublin's finest preserved Victorian bars. Still has bullet scars from the 1916 Rising in the woodwork.
Frequently Asked Questions
What style of whiskey should I order in Dublin? ▾
Ask for Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey (e.g. Redbreast, Green Spot, Powers John's Lane). It is Ireland's unique historic distillation style made with malted and unmalted barley in copper pot stills.
Do I need prior whiskey knowledge to enjoy this trail? ▾
Not at all. Bartenders at Bowes, Moss Lane, and the Irish Whiskey Museum are exceptionally knowledgeable and eager to recommend pours based on your flavor preferences.
What is the average price of a premium whiskey dram? ▾
Standard Irish whiskeys run €6 to €8, while aged single pot stills and rare cask finishes typically range from €9 to €16 per measure.
Can I get beer or Guinness at these stops as well? ▾
Yes, every stop on this trail pours exceptional draught Guinness and craft beers alongside their whiskey cabinets.