Best Irish Whiskeys to Try in 2025 – Tullamore, Jameson & More!

There are many things that Ireland does best, but the one that tops the list is the traditional Irish whiskey. Unlike American whiskeys, Irish whiskey is made with barley instead of rye, corn, or wheat. And much like their way of life, the Irish whiskey aging process isn’t rushed into two years but extended to three. We’ve compiled a list of our favorites, sure to complement any dish, event, or night. 

Tullamore D.E.W.

Tullamore is a quaint Irish town home to the legendary whiskey brand built proudly on nearly 200 years of history. This distiller produces more than 11 million liters of whiskey every year and is a true icon of the art of whiskey making. Top contenders for a favorite include:

Tullamore D.E.W. Orignal Irish Whiskey: A perfect balance of fruit and spice.

Tullamore D.E.W. Honey: Made with Natural Bohemian Honey, this whiskey has a depth of classic flavors complemented by a warm sweetness.

Jameson

Just a few short years after the U.S. declared itself a free nation as a fledgling country with a handful of colonies, the Jameson Irish Whiskey brand was already becoming a legend. The Bow Street distilling dynasty was owned and operated by a Jameson from its inception up until the 1960s and the centuries of family tradition shine in every drop. Try any or all of these favorites:

Jameson Irish Whiskey: The original triple-distilled sipping whiskey is balanced and smooth. 

Jameson Orange Whiskey: Citrus and whiskey were just meant to be in this smooth blend, perfect for mixing or sipping. 

Jameson Triple Triple Whiskey: Triple distilled, triple casked in whiskey, bourbon, and sherry casks, this bottle is triple delicious.

St. Brendan’s

St. Brendan’s creamy and delicious liqueurs make any occasion a great one. Made with The Quiet Man aged and triple-distilled premium Irish whiskey, their line of liqueurs is purely Irish and simply delightful. Try one of these decadent bottles:

St. Brendan’s Irish Cream: Strong and creamy, St. Brendan’s Irish Cream Liqueur has notes of vanilla, marshmallow, chocolate, and spice. 

St. Brendan’s Espresso: The coffee-forward liqueur is strong and bold with a smooth balance of flavor perfect for mixing or sipping. 

St. Brendan’s Salted Caramel: Add a touch of sweetness to any mixed drink or indulge in its creamy, delicious purity as a dessert sip. 

Mitchell’s Yellow Spot 12 YR

Mitchell and Son Wine Merchants has been a family business for over 200 years and is currently operated by the 6th and 7th generations of the Mitchell family. You can’t fake that kind of history, and it shows up in every glass of their Yellow Spot 12yo Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey. 

Capture aromas of mown hay, cracked black pepper, red bell peppers, nutmeg, clove oil, and green tea, followed by a taste of honey sweetness with pot still spices with notes of fresh coffee, creamy milk chocolate, and crème brûlée.

Redbreast

The founders of Redbreast, what was formerly known as W & A Gilbey, opened up shop in 1857 on Oxford Street in London—which you’ll note is not in Ireland. However, within a few years, they opened up distilleries in Dublin and Belfast, cementing their centuries-long legacy as Irish whiskey makers. Today, their range of blends is well-represented in these top two favorites:

Redbreast 12 YR: This opens with a complex and spicy, fruity aroma with full, silky flavor showcasing more spice, more fruit, and sherry-toasted notes. 

Redbreast 15 YR: The 15-year blend is triple-distilled in copper pot stills and wafts aromas of berry fruits and aromatic oils on the nose with fleshy fruit and toasted spice on the pallet with a long finish.

Five Farms Irish Cream

Sourced and produced in County Cork, Ireland, Five Farms is the self-styled “world’s first farm-to-table Irish cream liqueur.” Their award-winning liqueur is made from authentic Irish whiskey and the finest cream from the happiest cows—all grazing among a community of generational, family-owned farms that dot Southern Ireland’s coastline. The aromas are butterscotch, caramel, and vanilla bean with a taste of coffee, cream, dulce de leche, coconut, maple, and Belgian waffle. 

Stock up on these favorites from across the pond at your local Tennessee Crown Distributing Co. and bring the luck of the Irish home!