Dunville’s toast success at Irish Whiskey Awards
Two successful Belfast businessmen who helped rejuvenate one of the oldest spirit brands in Ireland have extended its reputation as a multi- award winner.
Dunville’s was once one of the best-selling Irish whiskeys in the US before Prohibition brought a ban on sales of spirits a century ago and the historic Dunville’s Royal Irish Distilleries closed in 1931 due to a family tragedy.
Commenting on the latest recognition for Dunville’s, which was rejuvenated in 2012, Jarlath, above left, said: “We are thrilled to be named Best Overall Whiskey of the Year at the prestigious Irish Whiskey Awards. To come out on top in such a vibrant industry in a tremendous achievement. It’s great to be involved in the revival of ‘The Spirit of Belfast’ whiskey.”
Dunville’s also gained a second award – ‘Best Irish Single Malt Whiskey’ for its 20-year old Oloroso and PX Sherry Cask Finish whiskey.
