TASTE THE SPIRIT OF MAYO
Westport and its surrounding areas are home to a growing number of craft distelleries offering guided tours, tastings and behind-the-scenes insights into the making of premium Irish Whiskeys, Gins and others spirit.
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CONNACHT WHISKEY DISTILLERY
One of the West of Ireland's most renowned whiskey producers, Connacht Distillery sits on the banks of the River Moy where it widens into the Moy's estuary in Ballina, offering in-depth tours of their production process, culminating in a guided tasting of their signature small-batch spirits. You will get to learn traditional distilling techniques blended with modern innovation.
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MESCAN BREWERY & TOURS
Located on the slopes of Croagh Patrick, 20mins from Westport, Mescan's tours are a must for lovers of craft beverages. Discover the fascinating story of two vets-turned-brewers who now produce Belgian-style beersusing spring water from the mountain.
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LOUGH MASK DISTILLERY
Located in Tourmakeady, 40mins from Westport, this artisan distillery combines the purity of the local environment with small-batch distillation techniques. They are known for their handcrafted Gins & Vodkas and their immersive tours give guests a hands-on feel for the process.
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