Gate 2026: An Airport Exclusive Showcase

  • 11 Jun 2026
  • 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Wynn's Hotel, 35-39 Abbey Street Lower, Dublin 1, D01 C9F8
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  • Registration for members

Gate 2026: An Airport Exclusive Showcase

11th June 2026 — Wynn’s Hotel, Dublin 1 and Online (YouTube)

Dear Members,

The Duty Free retail outlets in Dublin and Cork Airports are operated by Aer Rianta International (ARI), forming part of a global network spanning 24 locations across 13 countries. In 2010, ARI introduced The Irish Whiskey Experience, a collection featuring up to 80 exclusive Irish whiskey expressions available only through Dublin and Cork Airports. ARI employs nearly 4,000 staff worldwide, who are supported by specialist agency teams with deep expertise across premium retail categories. 

Michael Higgins (Waterford Whiskey Society) and Brían Ó Donnchadha (Alcohol Consultancy Experts) both work for A.C.E. in Dublin Airport, and they will guide attendees through a carefully selected lineup from the Irish Whiskey Collection.

Featured Whiskeys:

  • JJ Corry 13 Year Old Single Grain
  • Teeling 20 Year Old Single Malt Cognac Finish
  • Kilbeggan 11 Year Old Single Malt
  • Fercullen 23 Year Old Single Malt Port Finish
  • RB 18 Year Old All Sherry Single Pot Still

Special Spotlight Samples:
Hinch 23 Year Old Single Malt Ximenez Spinola PX Sherry Finish.
Exclusively available to Waterford Whiskey Society members, this exceptional release will be generously shared by Michael with attendees.

In addition, members will enjoy a rare sample of Ximénez Spínola PX Sherry drawn from the very cask used to finish the Hinch expression, offering a unique opportunity to experience both the whiskey and its finishing influence side by side.

Booking opens on Monday the 18th of May at 7.00 pm. There are spaces available for offline and online tastings. Please make sure to choose the right ticket type. Join the waiting list to be notified as we might be able to get more spots for the event.  It is necessary to register and complete payment via Stripe (within 15 minutes) to secure your booking. 

Event Booking Terms & Conditions: https://www.irishwhiskeysociety.com/IWS-In-Person-Events

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