Gavin O'Doherty (Irish Distillers), John Cashman (Cooley Distillery) and John Quinn (William Grants) raise a glass at the announcement of Ireland's inaugural Whiskey Week.

Ireland's inaugural Whiskey Week

Published: Thu 24 May 2012, 7:30 AM

Ireland's inaugural Whiskey Week, a celebration of one of Ireland's most celebrated and successful products, includes specially commissioned tours of the Kilbeggan Distillery, the world's oldest licensed whiskey distillery, today Thursday and tomorrow Friday May 27.They will provide an insight into the people and processes behind the 250-year-old brand.For details on the tours, email: Rachel.quinn@beamglobal.com.Events included in Whisky Week are strictly over 18s.www.whiskylive.com