Ahascragh Distillery: old drinks and new technology

"Owners Gareth and Michelle McAllister believe they are Ireland’s first zero-emissions whiskey and gin distillery, and they are proud of their eco-conscious business and they say the distillery grew from their desire to make use of the historic building that houses it."

Ahascragh Distillery: believed to be Ireland’s first energised zero-emissions distillery.

Driving into the small village of Ahascragh in Co. Galway on a quiet Sunday morning, it’s hard to miss the newest attraction in town dominating the skyline. Where once an abandoned mill caused an eyesore, now visitors to the town are instantly struck by a striking state-of-the-art distillery within its refurbished walls.

Ahascragh Distillery opened its doors for tours of the distillery and visitor centre during the summer.