Visiting Guinness and Jameson and Ireland’s top breweries and distilleries

The Guinness Stockhouse struck us as the biggest ripoff/scam in Ireland. Some history. I was at the Guinness brewery in 1972 when the entry fee was pittance and you got a real tour. The place wasn't so "pretty", either. The so-called Stockhouse offers a self-guided tour and it cost us 13.50 Euros each. You receive a medallion which upon arrival to the pub above grants you a pint. I really don't "get" the attraction, although the view of the city is nice. However, I don't go to Ireland to see Dublin. Never have, never will. Finally, the newer Guinness brewery (is it even brewed there?) experience is robbery. FYI 27 Euro (two times 13.50)is roughly $37.53. Miss it. You won't miss much.

Correction, the BIDDY EARLY BREW PUB, has been closed for over two years

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Great article Patricia, covers them all...My favourite Lockes Distillery in Kilbeggan for atmosphere, Tullamore Dew Heritage Centre close on their heels though for friendliness and local history. While not forgetting O'Lorcans Pub in Ballyvaughan, the best place in Ireland to sample Irish whiskey, regards Susan Byron author of Irelands Hidden Gems.com