Our
History
A whiskey 850 years in the making - from the beginning of the Curraghmore Estate story to the heritage of agriculture and a vision for the future.
A LEGACY DISTILLED
Heritage Design
We invite you to learn more about our family codes and traditions through savouring the subtleties on our pack.
A noble legacy begins
Over eight centuries ago when Sir Roger Le Puher, a Norman knight was granted permission by King Henry II to seize land in the southeast of Ireland. He sailed the sea with the legendary Warrior Strongbow, and settled in the beautiful landscape of Curraghmore where he built a keep. Since that day the De La Poer Beresford family have lived in the same house and farmed the same land.
Timeless strength
Home to Ireland’s oldest bridge, originally constructed for royal passage, this landmark stands today as a testament to preservation, resilience and craftsmanship, qualities reflected in every drop of Curraghmore Whiskey.
Spirited heritage
Inspired by the adventurous exploits of "The Mad Marquess," whose legendary escapades famously coined the phrase "painting the town red," our whiskey embodies a lineage of bold and spirited characters.
A tradition of celebration
Curraghmore has always cherished its social spirit, hosting memorable gatherings in the grand gardens, continuing a legacy of refined hospitality and community.
Premium
Estate-Grown
Barley
In 1999, Ned Morrissey began cultivating barley and oats across Curraghmore’s 2,500-acre estate, continuing a centuries-old agricultural tradition rooted in the rhythm of the land and its unique terroir, the foundation for an unmatched single-estate whiskey.
Legacy
Cask Programme
Launch of the Cask Membership Programme, offering whiskey enthusiasts exclusive ownership opportunities, tastings and immersive estate experiences.
Building on centuries of agricultural tradition, we began cultivating premium malting barley on our expansive 2,500-acre estate, leveraging our unique terroir to craft an unmatched single-estate whiskey.
Exclusive casks
Exclusive casks
The first casks of Curraghmore Whiskey were meticulously laid down, initiating an exclusive maturation process tailored for discerning whiskey connoisseurs.
Distillery
planning secured
Designed by William Tinsley, the renovation of Europe’s first industrially designed agricultural complex marks a new chapter for Curraghmore, transforming this historic landmark into a state-of-the-art maturation and distillation facility that looks to the future while honouring its past.
Casks Rooted in Centuries
Sustainable innovation
Sustainable innovation
Construction will begin on our dedicated whiskey maturation warehouse, featuring Ireland’s first-ever casks crafted from sustainably felled Curraghmore Oak. The new warehouse will also become home to our members’ casks, giving them the chance to visit, explore, and witness the magic of maturation unfold for themselves. This marks another step in strengthening our commitment to sustainability and authenticity.
Coat of Arms of the
9th Marquess of Waterford
Rooted in tradition
The family crest
A legacy distilled
The distinguished coat of arms of the Marquess of Waterford proudly displays a stylized coronet, symbolizing nobility and rank. Below it, an ornate ‘W’ represents ‘Waterford’, reflecting the family's deep connection to the region. This crest graces the pack design, a mark of the whiskey's authentic heritage. Serving as the ancestral seat of the Marquess of Waterford since 1789, it embodies Curraghmore’s legacy of tradition.
Enjoyed in the moment
Rooted in tradition
Curraghmore Blue
A legacy distilled
The distinctive Curraghmore Blue is steeped in legacy, drawn from the family’s storied history and their famed racing colours in Waterford, Ireland. The same blue adorns the walls of the Inner Hall at Curraghmore, echoing its historia past and enduring equestrian spirit. A tribute to their racing heritage, it’s reimagined with elegance in every detail of the pack.
Enjoyed in the moment
Rooted in tradition
Tamdem Fit Surculus Arbor
Our family motto
Tandem fit surculus arbor is the family's Latin motto, a reminder that in time, even the smallest shoot can become the tallest tree. In crafting this whiskey, we lay the foundations for generations yet to come—honouring the past, whilst envisioning the future.
Enjoyed in the moment
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