The Best Whiskey Bars in Dublin
6 whiskey bars in Dublin ranked by selection, expertise, and atmosphere.
Dublin is the heart of the Irish whiskey revival. Twenty years ago there were only three operating whiskey distilleries in Ireland. Now there are over 40, and Dublin has the bars to drink them.
The bars cluster in the city centre and Temple Bar. Most run 100 to 300 bottle lists with serious Irish whiskey focus and a Scottish layer.
Order a single pot still — the uniquely Irish style — from Redbreast or Green Spot, or an aged Midleton. The pot still texture is unique and worth understanding.
The 6 best whiskey bars in Dublin
The Palace Bar
Heritage literary pub with one of the deepest Irish whiskey lists in Dublin. Around 500 Irish whiskies behind the bar. Open daily.
L. Mulligan Grocer
Heritage pub with around 100 Irish whiskies and a serious craft beer focus. The food is excellent. Open Tuesday to Sunday.
Bowes
Heritage Victorian pub with around 250 Irish whiskies. Knowledgeable bartenders. Open daily.
The Old Storehouse
Pub with live trad music and around 200 Irish whiskies. Tourist-popular but genuinely good. Open daily.
Roe and Co Distillery Bar
Working Irish whiskey distillery with a tasting bar. The whiskeys here are made on site. Open daily.
Toners
Heritage pub from 1818 with a serious Irish whiskey focus. The Guinness pours are excellent. Open daily.
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