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Spend an evening with CEO Gareth Irvine at The Copeland Distillery for a guided whiskey tasting: five samples, a welcome drink, and on-site bar access for a festive two-hour session. Perfect for curious drinkers and holiday groups looking for an informative, convivial night out.
Spend an evening with CEO Gareth Irvine at The Copeland Distillery for a guided whiskey tasting: five samples, a welcome drink, and on-site bar access for a festive two-hour session. Perfect for curious drinkers and holiday groups looking for an informative, convivial night out.
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The Copeland Distillery hosts a festive whiskey tasting event on Friday 11 December 2026 at The Copeland Distillery (location not provided). Led by CEO Gareth Irvine, the evening pairs a welcome drink with five guided samples over two hours, plus access to the on-site bar from late afternoon. It’s a compact, convivial way to experience a working craft distillery, whether you’re plotting holiday gifts or simply want to deepen your tasting skills. Inside the tasting room you’ll find a bar that opens at 4:00 p.m. and event seating from 7:00 p.m., with the guided tasting beginning at 7:30 p.m. The setup emphasizes neat pours and guided conversation: five thoughtfully selected whiskeys presented in sequence, each introduced with notes on aromas, cask influence, and the production choices that shape flavor. The group format—capped at 36—keeps the evening social without being crowded, letting hosts and guests swap impressions between sips. What makes this tasting stand out is the combination of leadership and atmosphere. A session hosted by CEO Gareth Irvine brings operational insight you don’t always get at a public tasting: expect context about how the distillery sources grain, approaches maturation, and chooses casks. That practical perspective turns tasting into a short masterclass in craft whiskey production. Practical details matter: attendees must be 18 or older. Tickets include a welcome drink and five samples; other purchases are likely at the bar. Bring ID, plan for a two-hour window, and allow extra time if you want to browse bottles or chat with staff afterward. The event’s December timing gives it a festive edge—expect seasonal decor and bright, warming expressions in the glass. Why visit? For travelers who favor hands-on, locally led experiences, this tasting is a concentrated dose of place: the smell of charred oak, the chemistry of spirit and wood, and the human stories behind each bottle. It’s an accessible evening for curious drinkers—novice-through-enthusiast—and a tidy holiday outing for groups or couples. Note on location and logistics: specific address details were not provided with the booking information. Check the booking link for parking, directions, and any accessibility notes. If you’re booking from out of town, plan to pair the tasting with nearby dining and a relaxed evening—this is an experience designed to be savored, not rushed. As a local gathering point, The Copeland Distillery often acts as a cultural anchor for visitors and residents, converting a practical production site into an approachable evening destination. The focus on small-batch spirit work, interpretive tasting, and direct conversation with staff gives travelers a clearer sense of regional craft and flavors than a retail visit can deliver. For those exploring the area’s food and drink scene, this tasting is a compact, informative detour that rewards curiosity.
Attendees must be 18 years or older; bring photo ID for age verification.
The bar opens at 4:00 p.m., event seating is available from 7:00 p.m., and the guided tasting begins at 7:30 p.m.
The guided tasting runs approximately two hours.
Bottles and other purchases are typically available at the on-site bar or bottle sales area; bring payment for purchases.
This event is capped at 36 guests to keep the session interactive and hands-on.
Specific accessibility and parking information were not provided; check the booking link or contact the host before your visit.
Copeland Spirits LTD operates The Copeland Distillery and offers guided distillery tours, tastings, and curated events that showcase gin, rum, and whiskey production. Founder Gareth Irvine appears on select events and leads whiskey tastings where guests sample multiple expressions while learning brand history and tasting notes. The distillery experience gives visitors a chance to observe the distillation process, learn production techniques, and hear local narratives, including stories of smuggling connected to the area’s maritime past. Guests can taste signature cocktails and sample an unreleased single malt whiskey during experiential visits. The business presents a variety of ticketed events: single‑topic whiskey tastings, collaborative workshops such as the Copeland Distillery X Le Contour Candles Candle Painting Workshop, and combined food-and-spirit evenings like Dine & Distil, which pairs a guided distillery tour and tasting with a curated dinner and cocktail pairings at the Bull and Claw in Donaghadee. Seasonal offerings include live-music nights such as the Jazz Evening on December 19th and themed summer tastings. Many events list limited availability and published dates, so booking in advance is recommended. Copeland Spirits LTD focuses on small‑group hospitality, educational tasting formats, and event listings that clearly describe what participants can expect. Third‑party platforms such as The Adventure Collective provide public listings and summaries of upcoming trips and experiences.
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