27th August 2026 — Wynn’s Hotel, Dublin 1
Dear Members,
For the next tasting, we have decided to help spread the love of irish whiskey a little bit further by holding a tasting specially designed for members to bring guests to an IWS Event.
That's right, if you have a daughter, son, significant other, friend, colleague or partner in crime who is interested in whiskey or the Irish Whiskey Society, they are more than welcome to join in on this tasting, which will also be discounted compared to the normal ticket price.
The tasting will open with a welcome drink before discussing and tasting the most common categories of Irish whiskey on the market, to help people find the style or styles they like the most.
There will also be a take home gift at the end from our friends at Two Stacks.
The whiskeys were all chosen specifically because they are not only good representatives of the different options, but they are also widely available and reasonably priced so guests can pick up a bottle of their favourite (or favourites!) after the tasting.
The following whiskeys will be on the mat:
Event Booking Terms & Conditions: https://www.irishwhiskeysociety.com/IWS-In-Person-Events
Irish Rum Society Takeover
10th September 2026 — Wynn’s Hotel, Dublin 1, Hosted by Sean Skelly
Much like whiskey, rum offers a remarkable diversity of raw materials, production techniques, and maturation styles—each contributing to a spectrum of complex and characterful spirits. Yet despite its depth, rum has long remained underappreciated. That’s about to change.
Here at the Irish Whiskey Society we appreciate people who appreciate spirits. When our good friends at the Irish Rum Society suggested a collaboration, we said why not just take over for a night? The IWS is delighted to partner with the Irish Rum Society for a special one-night takeover event. On Thursday, 10 September, Wynn’s Hotel will play host to an exceptional guided tasting led by Irish Rum Society founder, Sean Skelly.
Guests will experience a curated lineup of seven outstanding rums from the Caribbean. This selection includes rare releases, single cask expressions, and bottles not otherwise available in Ireland—making this a truly unique opportunity for spirits enthusiasts.
Tasting Line-Up:
Worthy Park 10 Year Old Calvados Finish Limited Edition (Jamaica, 45% ABV)
El Dorado 2010 Diamond Port Mourant Uitvlugt (Guyana, 49.6% ABV)
Single Barrel Selection 13 Year Old 2011 (Belize, 52% ABV)
Foursquare 2009 12 Year Old Exceptional Cask Selection (Barbados, 60% ABV)
Clairin Vaval 2022 Rum (53.5% ABV)
Neisson Blanc Rhum Agricole NAS (Martinique 52.5% ABV)
Hampden Estate Pagos (Batch 2, 52% ABV)
None of these rums have been sweetened, spiced, or ‘liquor adjusted’ below 40% abv. They represent pure, authentic expressions of the spirit—far removed from the ’spirit drinks’ that have given rum the reputation of being mostly for mixing.
This is a great chance to explore premium rum in its truest form, guided by one of Ireland’s foremost rum experts. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or category-curious, this promises to be an engaging and memorable tasting. Join us for an evening that shines a spotlight on the craftsmanship, diversity, and excellence of rum.
Sean Skelly, Founder of the Irish Rum Society
Booking opens on Monday 10th of August at 7.00pm. Join the waiting list to be notified as we might be able to get more spots for the event. It is necessary to register and complete payment via Stripe (within 15 minutes) to secure your booking.
22nd September 2025, Wynn's Hotel, Dublin 1
For this month’s tasting, the Events team is taking you on a journey to the southern hemisphere as we explore the dynamic world of New Zealand craft whisky! We are thrilled to welcome the Mat from Thomson Whisky for an exclusive look at the pioneer of New Zealand’s modern whisky movement.
Hailed as the first of the new wave of New Zealand distilleries, Thomson Whisky is currently NZ’s most awarded whisky distillery. Driven by a passion for traditional methods adapted for contemporary ends, Thomson focuses strictly on quality over volume—utilising what is in abundance around them to capture "New Zealand in a glass."
From local grain to native wood, Thomson’s obsession with local materials and climate has reshaped modern whisky making. Notably, their signature Manuka Smoke single malt has introduced a brand-new, native smoke profile to the global whisky market that you won't experience anywhere else in the world.
Join us as we explore Thomson's core range of premium single malts and discover how creativity, local craft, and total respect for the process are shaping one of the world's most exciting whisky frontiers.
The following will be on the mat:
Thomson Manuka Smoke Single Malt
Thomson Two Cut Single Malt
Thomson South Island Peated Single Malt
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Booking opens on Thursday XXth of August at 7.00pm. Join the waiting list to be notified as we might be able to get more spots for the event. It is necessary to register and complete payment via Stripe (within 15 minutes) to secure your booking.
