Irish Distillers is Ireland’s leading supplier of spirits and wines and producer of the world’s most well-known and successful Irish whiskeys. Led by Jameson, our brands are exported to 130+ markets.

OUR PASSION

We live and love whiskey – and the people who make it. We share a love for the good things in life, celebrated in company with warmth and affection. Generations of our distillers kept the single pot still tradition alive because we believed it produced the best whiskey and would stand the test of time. For over 300 years we have been inspired by a passion for uncompromising quality – and by a fierce family spirit.

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OUR PEOPLE

Irish Distillers people are understated yet unstoppable; supportive but adventurous; independent, but with a talent for collaboration. We admire authenticity. We love to work with those who take their whiskey more seriously than themselves. These are people who think life is for living and a glass is for raising. Positive people, who help others, making the world a better place. Long before it was fashionable, our founders paid good wages, provided housing and looked after workers’ welfare. Our people keep that spirit alive, backing the business because the business backs them.

Carol Osborne

HR

"I'm the 4th generation of my family to work in Irish Distillers. I feel even though Irish Distllers is expanding rapidly we are really holding on to the family feeling here and that's what makes it special for me."
Graham Caulwell

Head of International Customer Relationships

"Since joining Irish Distillers 11 years ago, my time here has been hugely rewarding and engaging. Working with great people and brands has fueled a passion for the company. The sense of teamwork and drive across all sites and functions, as well as with international customers has been the highlight of my experience to date. Although, it’s been hard work, it’s also been a lot of fun."
Ciara Noonan

Finance

"The developmental opportunities that I have received at Irish Distillers have been extensive. I've completed a management course at the Pernod Ricard University where I got to meet with colleagues from across the Pernod Ricard affiliates. It opened my eyes to the global opportunities available within a company like this."
Aleksei Petrov

Warehouse Manager

"I see Irish Distillers as a team of authentic, fascinating, humble and genuine characters all pursuing common goals.
Through its vision, history and unique set of values, the company manages to bring all of us together in that pursuit. We develop deep pride for the brands we produce and ‘Real, Remarkable and Responsible’ become second nature to every one of us regardless of our differences."
Andrew Barry

Jameson Distillery Bow Street

"At Irish Distillers I’ve always felt that I have been given a great deal of support and opportunity.
Within a few years of joining Irish Distillers, I’ve been given the opportunity to grow my career in a place where hard work is acknowledged and rewarded. It’s refreshing to work for a company that puts employees first."

OUR WAY

In our world, you maintain your reputation by doing the right things – always. You follow your conscience, even when no one is looking. You value the genuine and the humble, fairness and integrity, whilst protecting craft and family. As custodians of a shared history, you take pride in keeping the pioneering spirit of our founders alive, as you help to write another remarkable chapter in the ongoing Irish Distillers story.

SUSTAINABILITY

We create our whiskey using pure, unsullied ingredients. We leave the lightest footprints. So for us, sustainability is not a programme or an initiative. It’s in our bones. As we seek out new ideas to limit waste and make a positive difference, looking after the world around us seems simply natural.
COMMUNITY

Just as our operations lie at the heart of our communities, a sense of community lies at the heart of Irish Distillers. Ever since our story began in 1780, we have served society alongside commerce, believing that we have a role to play in the welfare and well-being of local people. Today we have many stakeholders, but we never forget that we are part of a tight-knit community: one Irish Distillers family.
EDUCATION

When visitors want to learn about us, we open our doors. When entrepreneurs want to explore the craft of making whiskey, we mentor these potential competitors. Why? Because we believe that when you have something remarkable in your life, it is there to be shared.
ACADEMY

Irish Distillers launched the Irish Whiskey Academy in 2013 as a comprehensive destination for Irish whiskey education, including how our Irish whiskeys are crafted at Midleton Distillery, with details on all the individual brands produced there including Jameson, Powers, Redbreast, Midleton and the Spot Whiskeys Range.
ARCHIVE

In 2013, the historical archives of Irish Distillers, incorporating John Jameson & Son, John Power & Son and the Cork Distilleries Company, were brought together for the first time in a purpose built archival repository in Midleton, Co Cork. These rich historical documents are securely stored in a regulated atmosphere with full temperature and humidity control and are being cared for and catalogued by professional archivists.
MENTORING

Our doors are open to all, whether you’ve just discovered your love for whiskey or you’ve been immersed in the magic for years, our promise is to provide you with a truly unforgettable distillery experience where over two days you will learn about the craft and expertise that goes into creating some of the greatest Irish whiskeys while embracing innovative new technologies.

Media Centre

Here, you will find all news from Irish Distillers, as well as press releases and blog posts.