Vanessa A.
Yelp
Uniquely located in a deconsecrated church, this newest Irish whiskey distillery is on the west end of town, just behind the Guinness Storehouse. A beautiful mix of old and new, the entrance and offices, as well as the very new spire, are done in glass and contrast wonderfully with the 1860's St. James church and cemetery.
Last used in the mid nineties (I believe) there are over 100,000 people buried there, including a few of Dr Pearse Lyon's family members. Take the tour and learn about some of these people, as well as a brief history of getting rich by grave robbing, and the mysterious treasures found there.
The distillery itself is a boutique endeavor, housed in the church, with the stills located at the altar. The windows have all been redone, the stained glass now depicting a variety of images including St James, the stills, and whiskey making ingredients; the front and rear's color coincide with the rising and setting sun to bring out the most incredible colors.
James (our barman) was one of the most knowledgable people I've met in terms of distilling; and Emma was a delightful tour guide. And their product is good!