Skellig Six18 Gin & Whiskey Tasting Kerry

Skellig Six18 Distillery Tour Showcases Celtic Heritage and Modern Craft Distilling

An immersive guided experience at Skellig Six18 Distillery is offering visitors a detailed look into Ireland’s growing craft spirits industry, blending storytelling, heritage, and modern production techniques. Led by a local storyteller, the tour brings together Celtic mythology, regional history, and distilling expertise in an award-winning visitor experience.

Guests are taken through the working gin distillery while participating in hands-on sensory activities and an audiovisual presentation designed to explain each stage of the production process. The experience highlights the fundamentals of gin and whiskey distillation, offering a clear look at how raw ingredients are transformed into finished spirits.

A key feature of the visit is the Apothecary Corner, where visitors learn about the botanicals used in Skellig Six18 Gin, including insights into a special recipe collaboration with a Michelin-starred chef. The tour also explores the processes behind whiskey maturation, blending, and finishing, providing a comprehensive overview of craft spirit production.

The distillery experience further emphasizes sustainability and innovation with the introduction of a carbon-neutral whiskey distillery plant. By combining traditional methods with modern environmental practices, Skellig Six18 presents a forward-looking approach to distilling while maintaining strong ties to Irish heritage and craftsmanship.