Jameson Experience Photos
Recommended Reviews - Jameson Experience
Start your review...
Reviews With Photos
I really enjoyed this tour at Jameson. The guide was so great and it was fun learning about how the whiskey is made. You get to walk around the property, taste test and at the end receive a fabulous drink. I went with the Jameson with ginger ale and lime. I'm not normally a whiskey drinker, but it was delicious! It was a cool place to visit!
*Pro tip - Do not go to the actual distillery, you need to go to the Jameson Experience and make sure the directions take you through town and when you arrive it should be a old building with obvious signs you are at a touristy place. Our GPS took us to the actual Midleton Distillery where they brew their whiskey today. Our tour was at 16:45, we were already going to be a few minutes late, but when we arrived and saw a bunch of workers also leaving, we knew that something wasn't quite right as we approached the modern building. One worker noticed straight away that we were tourists and directed us to where the tours were actually at. He was very kind and helpful! When we finally arrived, we were more than 15 minutes late and shared our apologies. The hosts were so nice and said it happens all the time and we hadn't missed too much because the tour was about 90 minutes long anyway. We got a quick behind-the-scenes walk through the property and joined up with the group. Funny enough, after a few minutes, another group joined us (undoubtedly in the same predicament that we were in). The tour was REALLY good, we learned about the history of the building and the process specific for making Jameson, as well as their other whiskeys and spirits. The buildings we went into were either brand new or original. When we visited I'm August 2023, they were in the middle of a restoration and expanding their existing operations (see pictures). There was a lot of construction cones, signs, etc. but when we got there most of the workers had left for the day. We saw the distillery copper pots and their new testing/experimental facility that they use to train 2 apprentices a year. Towards the end of the tour, they took us to the barrel room and it was pretty cool to see how they store hundreds of barrels of whiskey. Our guide, Brian was excellent at engaging the group and keeping the excitement in his tone throughout his presentation. He told us that the whiskey evaporates at 2% a year, and since by Irish law, they have to let it age in a barrel for at least 3 years, they automatically lose 6% of whiskey to the "Angels" (the happiest Angels that there is). He was able to show us, using barrels with a clear front panel how much each barrel loses over time. He also had jokes about the cows and pigs being the happiest in Ireland because they get the leftover barley and hops. The tasting was also very good, as they provided a half-shot of American whiskey and Scotch whiskey as comparison to the Jameson Irish whiskey. He had us pause and consider the notes (smell and taste). Lastly, they dropped us off at the tasting room/bar and gift shop and we could have a Jameson drink (and pay for extra if we wanted). While we sipped, our bartender Joe was very nice and told us how Brian is the sansay of tour guides, has taught them all and is quite good at what he does. We also got to talking with another bartender, Conor and he gave us some recommendations for places in town that we could visit for dinner. Overall, we really liked this experience and even after a long day, it was one of our favorite tours we've ever done for beer/whiskey! For more recommendations and tips from our Ireland trip... Follow @vanmblin
We did the Distiller tour. Very nice. Don't get why you have to wear the jacket and eye wear. That's a big over the top. I will also say i wish they would of had a tasting comparing all the different whiskeys. It was disjointed. I loved the final tasting in the barrel. Our guide was great. It's a must visit. But you need to change up the distiller tour. Let everyone taste mult whiskeys in a row so you can taste the difference.
Came here with my diehard Jameson-drinking fiancé for a tour after visiting the original location in in Dublin, had a great time! Great tour with a friendly and enthusiastic guide. I recommend arranging ahead of time to purchase a bottle here labeled with your name on it or one for another super fan, makes a great souvenir!
You can't come to Ireland and not do a tour of the Jameson distillery! So much thought goes into making these delicious bottles of goodness! We had purchased the regular tour. We definitely enjoyed the experience, but it did run a little long for our taste. The best part about it? The "free" liquor at the end of the tour! I also did want to mention that they do offer a taste testing between three different spirits: American, Scottish, and of course Irish. The store offers a plentiful array of different Jameson branded things, but the most important is the liquor! I purchased a bottle of the Crested and the IPA. I am from the United States, so when you do purchase alcohol, make sure it's something you can fit in your check-in luggage. They also do provide the paper version of the tax form there too.
I was so excited to visit the Old Midleton Distillery when I was planning my Ireland trip! Pulling up to the building the first thing you see is the giant copper still! Walking into the lobby she see all this Jameson memorabilia and history on the walls and in cabinets. The Jameson experience is 20 euros for an adult and includes a short film about the history,a tour throughout the distillery and a complimentary glass of Jameson...well worth it! The tour starts off with a film about the Jameson history...it was short and informative. Then our knowledgeable tour guide walked us through the Jameson triple distillery process by going into different buildings, warehouses and the Micro- Distillery. Lot's of great photo oppuritinitys. This tour has up to 35 people in it, not everyone gets to do the comparative tasting of three whiskeys, Jameson, Johnny Walker Black and Jack Daniel. They ask for volunteers ... i raised my hand with lot's of excitement and enthusiasm... and was selected right away! It was great comparing each whiskey... the Jameson is so much smoother then the other whiskeys. The tour ends in the onsite bar area to collect your complementary glass of Jameson... i went with Jameson and ginger, cool and refreshing! I also had an irish coffee here... so good! There is also a store here to get all sorts of Jameson items. I bottled my own black barrel cask strength Jameson... great experience! I got to put the whiskey in, cork it, fill out the labels and place them on the bottle! I also purchased a regular bottle with a limited edition label. I could of spent the entire day here!
On our trip around Ireland, we were able to experience two different Jameson tastings, one in Dublin and the other here in Midleton, County Cork There is nothing better than taste testing whiskey. Here too, they give you the three options of Jameson, Johnny Walker Black and Jack Daniel. All of which seems like a fair fight, until you actually get to the tastings. Most, including ourselves never finish the competition. I believe no one does, actually. Irish Whiskey is tripled distilled. The other major positive for us, was our introduction to Barman extraordinaire John. Wow, what a class act and wonderful guide to all things whiskey. As we were waiting for our tour to begin, we struck up a conversation on the correct way to make Irish Coffee. Heehe, I know what UR thinking. The key element is to start with a hot water heated glass, before you pour in the coffee and not to heat the cream directly. See photos This is Five Stars all the way and a must, if UR in County Cork.
Certainly put this on your Ireland trip itinerary you don't want to miss this landmark!! I'm happy I was able to visit and enjoy all they offered! I just so happened to visit the Jack Daniel's Distillery (Lynchburg, TN) in Aug 2017 and now 7 months later visited the Jameson Distillery (Midleton, Cork) in April 2018 so my review/opinion is pretty much a comparison -- hence the three stars. I found the Jack Daniels (JD) experience better - not just saying that because I'm American but because truly that tour and tasting was 10x better. At JD you have an option of choosing three different types of tours ranging from $15-25 - I did the Angel's Share ($25 for 90 min) which offers a tasting of their select whiskeys. At Jameson Midleton, Cork there is only one tour w/ one glass of traditional Jameson offered a the end. This is 20Euros for 75 min tour. The JD tour involves a tour of the work facility! You can see the pots the bubbling, the filtration, the smells, the sights, and everything!! It was so much cooler. Jameson has a lot of history and it's campus is very scenic and well kept as well but it's not alive like JD which I think made ALL the difference for me. The real working facility of Jameson was right there next door but tourist can't see that. The tour guide at Jameson was a bit robotic so it didn't stir up the same enthusiasm and furthermore since JD was the first whiskey distillery I visited it's already a little biased in my mind. However with all that being said, I think Jameson has to the scope to really improve and make their experience even more inviting and exciting! Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed the visit and I would encourage everyone to visit their Midleton location - it's a lovely area!! (but I also encourage you to visited Jack Daniels too in TN if you can!!) lol
If you are in the Cork /Middleton area this is an absolute must! Being from KY I've done many bourbon tours this one is near the top! Beautiful facility, knowledgeable guide, great restaurant gift shop I just can't say enough good things! I recommend getting an Irish coffee to take in the tour with you
This was a must stop in Cork. We are big fans of Jameson whiskey and have bought their Midleton Whiskey which is limited production and quite expensive but well worth it so when we knew we were going to be in the area there was no question of taking a tour. The tour gave us a great idea of the distilling process and history of Jameson. We had a great tour guide and I had the chance to volunteer for a taste test. Of course Jameson won. At the end of the tour you can order either a shot of Jameson or a Jameson and Ginger Ale. Unfortunately our tour was running late so had only a short time to shop in the gift shop. We ran out of time to get the Whiskey tasting certificate at the end which I was disappointed. It is a great experience so if you love whiskey and you love Jameson it is worth the visit.
6 months ago
We had a great time during the Jameson experience at cork. The tour itself was well executed and very interesting. They also provided lots of samples which was appreciated. We learned a lot and particularly enjoyed learning about their method and madness line. Our tour guide was great. Do note that you may need to stick around after the tour a bit before driving especially if you didn't have much in your stomach! We would definitely come back sometime. read more
1 year ago
I learned so much about the Jameson brand and the whiskey-making process during the Midleton Distillery Experience. The hour-and-fifteen-minute guided tour takes you behind the scenes of the 200-year-old facility, with stops at the grain store, mill house, and maturation warehouses. Along the way, you'll see the massive iron water wheel that once powered the mill before steam engines took over, as well as the largest pot still in the world, both impressive highlights. The tour wraps up with a tasting of three whiskeys. Ours included Jameson Original, Redbreast, and Green Spot. It's a great way to experience the range of flavors and styles Jameson has to offer. You also get a drink voucher to use at the on-site bar, which is conveniently attached to the gift shop. I'd recommend this tour not just to Jameson fans and whiskey enthusiasts, but also to history lovers and anyone interested in Irish craftsmanship. It's a well-paced, engaging experience that combines tradition, storytelling, and flavor in a beautifully preserved setting. read more
Such an awesome experience at the Middleton Jameson distillery. It's about an hour tour that breaks down the history of Irish whiskey & the founder John Jameson who was actually a Scottish lawyer. They have a huge wall of Irish whiskey that has a trap door that leads into a theater before the walking tour begins. The tour ends with a whiskey tasting as well. And then you get a drink voucher to try one of their cocktails. Great experience overall, great service, our tour guide was awesome, would recommend! read more
I really enjoyed this tour at Jameson. The guide was so great and it was fun learning about how the whiskey is made. You get to walk around the property, taste test and at the end receive a fabulous drink. I went with the Jameson with ginger ale and lime. I'm not normally a whiskey drinker, but it was delicious! It was a cool place to visit! read more
*Pro tip - Do not go to the actual distillery, you need to go to the Jameson Experience and make sure the directions take you through town and when you arrive it should be a old building with obvious signs you are at a touristy place. Our GPS took us to the actual Midleton Distillery where they brew their whiskey today. Our tour was at 16:45, we were already going to be a few minutes late, but when we arrived and saw a bunch of workers also leaving, we knew that something wasn't quite right as we approached the modern building. One worker noticed straight away that we were tourists and directed us to where the tours were actually at. He was very kind and helpful! When we finally arrived, we were more than 15 minutes late and shared our apologies. The hosts were so nice and said it happens all the time and we hadn't missed too much because the tour was about 90 minutes long anyway. We got a quick behind-the-scenes walk through the property and joined up with the group. Funny enough, after a few minutes, another group joined us (undoubtedly in the same predicament that we were in). The tour was REALLY good, we learned about the history of the building and the process specific for making Jameson, as well as their other whiskeys and spirits. The buildings we went into were either brand new or original. When we visited I'm August 2023, they were in the middle of a restoration and expanding their existing operations (see pictures). There was a lot of construction cones, signs, etc. but when we got there most of the workers had left for the day. We saw the distillery copper pots and their new testing/experimental facility that they use to train 2 apprentices a year. Towards the end of the tour, they took us to the barrel room and it was pretty cool to see how they store hundreds of barrels of whiskey. Our guide, Brian was excellent at engaging the group and keeping the excitement in his tone throughout his presentation. He told us that the whiskey evaporates at 2% a year, and since by Irish law, they have to let it age in a barrel for at least 3 years, they automatically lose 6% of whiskey to the "Angels" (the happiest Angels that there is). He was able to show us, using barrels with a clear front panel how much each barrel loses over time. He also had jokes about the cows and pigs being the happiest in Ireland because they get the leftover barley and hops. The tasting was also very good, as they provided a half-shot of American whiskey and Scotch whiskey as comparison to the Jameson Irish whiskey. He had us pause and consider the notes (smell and taste). Lastly, they dropped us off at the tasting room/bar and gift shop and we could have a Jameson drink (and pay for extra if we wanted). While we sipped, our bartender Joe was very nice and told us how Brian is the sansay of tour guides, has taught them all and is quite good at what he does. We also got to talking with another bartender, Conor and he gave us some recommendations for places in town that we could visit for dinner. Overall, we really liked this experience and even after a long day, it was one of our favorite tours we've ever done for beer/whiskey! For more recommendations and tips from our Ireland trip... Follow @vanmblin read more
A very enjoyable stop. And the most engaging and knowledgeable guide. We compared whiskeys, aka whisky's, at the end Jameson, Johnny Walker black and Jack Daniels 7. We liked the Jack best but all were different and delicious. Highly recommend. Mark & Nancy. read more
We did the Distiller tour. Very nice. Don't get why you have to wear the jacket and eye wear. That's a big over the top. I will also say i wish they would of had a tasting comparing all the different whiskeys. It was disjointed. I loved the final tasting in the barrel. Our guide was great. It's a must visit. But you need to change up the distiller tour. Let everyone taste mult whiskeys in a row so you can taste the difference. read more
Came here with my diehard Jameson-drinking fiancé for a tour after visiting the original location in in Dublin, had a great time! Great tour with a friendly and enthusiastic guide. I recommend arranging ahead of time to purchase a bottle here labeled with your name on it or one for another super fan, makes a great souvenir! read more
3 years ago
My group chose the Jameson Middleton Distillery Experience as our tour and we were glad we did! It was incredibly educational and we had tons of fun! read more
7 years ago
You can't come to Ireland and not do a tour of the Jameson distillery! So much thought goes into making these delicious bottles of goodness! We had purchased the regular tour. We definitely enjoyed the experience, but it did run a little long for our taste. The best part about it? The "free" liquor at the end of the tour! I also did want to mention that they do offer a taste testing between three different spirits: American, Scottish, and of course Irish. The store offers a plentiful array of different Jameson branded things, but the most important is the liquor! I purchased a bottle of the Crested and the IPA. I am from the United States, so when you do purchase alcohol, make sure it's something you can fit in your check-in luggage. They also do provide the paper version of the tax form there too. read more
I was so excited to visit the Old Midleton Distillery when I was planning my Ireland trip! Pulling up to the building the first thing you see is the giant copper still! Walking into the lobby she see all this Jameson memorabilia and history on the walls and in cabinets. The Jameson experience is 20 euros for an adult and includes a short film about the history,a tour throughout the distillery and a complimentary glass of Jameson...well worth it! The tour starts off with a film about the Jameson history...it was short and informative. Then our knowledgeable tour guide walked us through the Jameson triple distillery process by going into different buildings, warehouses and the Micro- Distillery. Lot's of great photo oppuritinitys. This tour has up to 35 people in it, not everyone gets to do the comparative tasting of three whiskeys, Jameson, Johnny Walker Black and Jack Daniel. They ask for volunteers ... i raised my hand with lot's of excitement and enthusiasm... and was selected right away! It was great comparing each whiskey... the Jameson is so much smoother then the other whiskeys. The tour ends in the onsite bar area to collect your complementary glass of Jameson... i went with Jameson and ginger, cool and refreshing! I also had an irish coffee here... so good! There is also a store here to get all sorts of Jameson items. I bottled my own black barrel cask strength Jameson... great experience! I got to put the whiskey in, cork it, fill out the labels and place them on the bottle! I also purchased a regular bottle with a limited edition label. I could of spent the entire day here! read more
2 years ago
8 years ago
On our trip around Ireland, we were able to experience two different Jameson tastings, one in Dublin and the other here in Midleton, County Cork There is nothing better than taste testing whiskey. Here too, they give you the three options of Jameson, Johnny Walker Black and Jack Daniel. All of which seems like a fair fight, until you actually get to the tastings. Most, including ourselves never finish the competition. I believe no one does, actually. Irish Whiskey is tripled distilled. The other major positive for us, was our introduction to Barman extraordinaire John. Wow, what a class act and wonderful guide to all things whiskey. As we were waiting for our tour to begin, we struck up a conversation on the correct way to make Irish Coffee. Heehe, I know what UR thinking. The key element is to start with a hot water heated glass, before you pour in the coffee and not to heat the cream directly. See photos This is Five Stars all the way and a must, if UR in County Cork. read more
Certainly put this on your Ireland trip itinerary you don't want to miss this landmark!! I'm happy I was able to visit and enjoy all they offered! I just so happened to visit the Jack Daniel's Distillery (Lynchburg, TN) in Aug 2017 and now 7 months later visited the Jameson Distillery (Midleton, Cork) in April 2018 so my review/opinion is pretty much a comparison -- hence the three stars. I found the Jack Daniels (JD) experience better - not just saying that because I'm American but because truly that tour and tasting was 10x better. At JD you have an option of choosing three different types of tours ranging from $15-25 - I did the Angel's Share ($25 for 90 min) which offers a tasting of their select whiskeys. At Jameson Midleton, Cork there is only one tour w/ one glass of traditional Jameson offered a the end. This is 20Euros for 75 min tour. The JD tour involves a tour of the work facility! You can see the pots the bubbling, the filtration, the smells, the sights, and everything!! It was so much cooler. Jameson has a lot of history and it's campus is very scenic and well kept as well but it's not alive like JD which I think made ALL the difference for me. The real working facility of Jameson was right there next door but tourist can't see that. The tour guide at Jameson was a bit robotic so it didn't stir up the same enthusiasm and furthermore since JD was the first whiskey distillery I visited it's already a little biased in my mind. However with all that being said, I think Jameson has to the scope to really improve and make their experience even more inviting and exciting! Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed the visit and I would encourage everyone to visit their Midleton location - it's a lovely area!! (but I also encourage you to visited Jack Daniels too in TN if you can!!) lol read more
7 years ago
If you are in the Cork /Middleton area this is an absolute must! Being from KY I've done many bourbon tours this one is near the top! Beautiful facility, knowledgeable guide, great restaurant gift shop I just can't say enough good things! I recommend getting an Irish coffee to take in the tour with you read more
3 years ago
This was a must stop in Cork. We are big fans of Jameson whiskey and have bought their Midleton Whiskey which is limited production and quite expensive but well worth it so when we knew we were going to be in the area there was no question of taking a tour. The tour gave us a great idea of the distilling process and history of Jameson. We had a great tour guide and I had the chance to volunteer for a taste test. Of course Jameson won. At the end of the tour you can order either a shot of Jameson or a Jameson and Ginger Ale. Unfortunately our tour was running late so had only a short time to shop in the gift shop. We ran out of time to get the Whiskey tasting certificate at the end which I was disappointed. It is a great experience so if you love whiskey and you love Jameson it is worth the visit. read more
Service - 5 Value - 5 Tour - 5 What a great experience to tour the Jameson Distillery in Middleton... The behind the scene tour is well worth the money. It was the highlight of our trip. To have tastings along the way and sit in the house of Barry Crocket and drink Middleton Barry Crocket in his living room, was a great experience. I would definitely take this tour again and enjoy the tastings along the way. Well worth the money and the people on th tour said the same thing. read more
6 years ago
This was definitely a great experience! I love to learn how the tour walked you through the steps in how Jameson came to be. Put this experience on your bucket list while in Ireland! read more
8 years ago
An absolute great experience. My wife and daughter took the tour this week. We were one of about eight people in the first tour group of the day which made it practically a private tour. Our guide (Adam) was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. At the conclusion of the tour, we got to sample three different types of whiskey, one of them of course being Jameson. Before this tour, I thought all whiskeys were the same. Afterwards, I'll take the triple distilled, single pot goodness of Jameson hands down. Awesome time - well worth the money. If I visit Ireland again, I'd definitely take the tour again. read more
6 years ago
Great experience. Whisky tasting in the end . American single distilled , scottish double distilled and Irish triple distilled. Very knowledgeable tourguide. read more
8 years ago
This was really a fun spot you tour the old/original buildings in Midleton. The guide was fun, clear and informative. The property is beautiful. You get a high level view of the history and process augmented with some films. They don't actually make anything in these buildings anymore, but you definitely get the idea. The comparison tasting with Scotch, American whiskey and Jameson's was very nice. And it does not count as your free drink. Definitely a great visit if you are in the Cork area read more
4 years ago
4 years ago
7 years ago
The Jameson Experience is a fun place. I have been to the Jameson museum in Dublin and the Midleton experience is much better. It is fun to learn about the Jameson history while walking through the old distillery. At the end you get a free sample of Jameson but the group I was with also signed up for a premium tasting which included 5 more whiskys produced by Jameson. They also have a nice shop where you can purchase whisky at more than Duty-free costs. There are only 2 bottles that they have in the shop that you can only get there. Overall, a fun place to visit with family or friends. read more
Whiskey lovers...don't pass this one up! The Jameson Distillery is located in Dublin & Midleton, County of Cork. We decided to stop by the Midleton location on our Ireland trip as we are more crammed for time in Dublin. The regular tour is 22 euros and includes a behind the scenes tour of the grounds. Additionally, you try three different types of whiskey (Irish, American & Scotch) and get a voucher for a free Jameson drink at the bar when you're done. Definitely a must on an Ireland trip! read more
7 years ago
The Jameson experience was 100% worth the money spent. To tour the operating Jameson distillery is about 1200 euros and 48 hours, I believe, so $68 is pretty reasonable priced. They give a nice overview and tour of the Jameson making process and end the tour with a whiskey tasting of Scottish, American, and Irish (Jameson) whiskey. Each whiskey was apparently the best selling from each country. Jameson blew the other two out of the water. Our tour also came with a free drink. I got the Jameson with ginger and lime but the black barrel on ice for an extra five euros was definitely worth it. We also had a few flights for around 10 euros, on average. Overall, an absolutely wonderful experience. read more
16 years ago
JAMESON EXPERIENCE Our guided tour to the Jameson Experience in Midleton started unusually - with a fire drill. It finished, as usual, with a tasting, and then the conversations started between the Germans, the Irish, the Americans, the French and the rest! A drink of the popular Irish whiskey is included in your ticket but you can also volunteer, like I did, for the tasting. That consists of sampling three different whiskeys: Scotch, Jameson and American. At the end you get a certificate of competence if you guess the right answer, which is Jameson, of course! All good fun. The Old Distillery in Midleton ceased production in 1975 after 150 years of production and the Jameson Experience was opened to the public in 1992. The tour takes you through the history and you see the world's largest Pot Still, an impressive and still working 160 year old Water Wheel and the original distillery buildings. After your tasting, you may linger in the bar, check the souvenir ship or have a meal at the Malt House Restaurant. All in all, quite an interesting tour but remember the fire drill is not guaranteed. By the way, production continues in the new distillery on an adjacent site. read more
Well, it helps if you like whiskey. I happen to like (love) whiskey. I happen to like Jameson as a reliable, affordable, everyday whiskey that goes down niiiice and smoooooth. I really enjoyed the tour we had of the distillery. We were here in March, so the weather was a bit damp and dreary which helped keep hordes of tourists at bay. This location is also in Midleton, Co. Cork, as opposed to the one in Dublin which also helps keep the crowds down. Our guide was an adorably, wonderfully Irish girl with an awesome Brogue, as well as being knowledgeable and personable. Love it. You first tour the grounds and stills (amazing, all that whiskey just waiting to get in my belleh) and hear about the history of Jameson. The grounds are beautiful, the original buildings kept nicely. The best part, however, is the tasting at the end. Oh yes. You are escorted into a Jameson's own, authentic Irish bar, then handed a glass of the good stuff which you can sit and drink at your leisure. Delicious! So glad we made this a stop on our itinerary during our trip. Whiskey lovers, you will, too! read more
6 years ago
7 years ago
The beer here is actual piss I think I had my piss once and it tasted better than that shit so there for the pub is better bah read more
Page 1 of 3
More info about Jameson Experience
Distillery Road
Midleton, Co. Cork
Republic of Ireland
Directions
(021) 461 3594
Call Now
Visit Website
http://www.jamesonwhiskey.com
Hours
Food & Alcohol
Outdoor Amenities
Other Amenities
Jameson Experience Reviews in Other Languages
Review Highlights - Jameson Experience
Why does Yelp recommend reviews?
1 review that is not currently recommended
The reviews below are not factored into the business's overall star rating.
11 years ago
