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Why choose a Jameson Black Barrel blending class?

✔️ Hands-on creation: Blend and bottle your own custom 50ml whiskey.
✔️ Exclusive tastings: Sample rare cask-strength components.
✔️ Small groups: Limited to 14-16 guests for personal guidance.
✔️ Take-home keepsakes: Includes two 50ml bottles and a tasting notebook.

Jameson Distillery blending class in Dublin with participants crafting Black Barrel whiskey.

What to expect at a Jameson Black Barrel blending class

Jameson Distillery whiskey tasting experience in Dublin, showcasing a selection of premium whiskeys.
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Senses & science

Start with a sensory exploration. You’ll nose and taste four distinct whiskey components—grain and pot still—that form the backbone of Jameson Black Barrel.

Expert guidance

A Jameson Craft Ambassador walks you through the deconstruction of flavours, sharing insider tips on how charred wood and toasted barrels influence the spirit.

The Blending Room

Put your knowledge to the test. Use professional equipment to experiment with ratios until you land on your perfect flavour profile.

Bottling & personalisation

Once satisfied, you’ll bottle your creation, finish it with a custom label, and receive a graduation certificate.

Things to know before booking your Jameson Black Barrel blending class

  • Age restriction: This is a strictly 18+ experience. Valid photo ID is required for all participants.
  • No general tour: This specific class focuses on blending; it does not include the standard Bow St. Experience distillery tour.
  • Alcohol content: Because you will be sampling high-proof cask liquids, you cannot book this and the Bow St. Experience on the same day due to safety regulations.
  • Arrival time: Arrive 15 minutes early. Late entries (more than 5 minutes) are typically not allowed or refunded.

Blending class vs standard Jameson whiskey tour

FeatureBlack Barrel blending classBow St. Experience (Standard)

Duration

90 minutes

45 minutes

Group size

Max. 14–16 people

Up to 30 people

Hands-on activity

Crafting your own 50ml bottle

Comparative tasting

Focus

Technical blending & rare casks

History, heritage & 'Grain to Glass'

Take-home

2x 50ml custom bottles

Memories and knowledge

Best for

Whiskey enthusiasts & creators

First-time visitors & history buffs

Step into the blender's shoes

Why just drink whiskey when you can create it? Skip the crowds and secure your spot in Dublin’s most interactive whiskey workshop.

Man blending whiskey at Jameson Distillery Black Barrel class, surrounded by barrels.

Highlights of your Jameson Black Barrel blending class

Jameson Distillery whiskey tasting setup with glasses and bottles in Dublin.

Cask strength samples

Taste the raw, potent spirits used by the Master Blender.

Barrels of Jameson whiskey aging in a dimly lit warehouse.
Whiskey tasting bottles with barrels in a distillery.

Plan your visit to Jameson Distillery Bow St.

  • Duration: 90 minutes for the blending class
  • Typical slots: Classes usually run daily, with morning and afternoon slots.
  • Pro tip: Weekdays before 2pm are generally quieter. Note that Irish law prohibits alcohol sales before 10:30am (Mon–Sat) and 12:30pm (Sun)
  • By tram (Luas): Take the Red Line to the Smithfield stop; it’s a 2-minute walk from there.
  • By bus: Multiple routes (25, 39, 70, 145) stop at Arran Quay, just 200m away.
  • By foot: Approximately a 20-minute walk from Trinity College or Temple Bar along the River Liffey.
  • Dress code: Smart casual. Strictly no fancy dress, stag/hen party costumes, or branded promotional clothing.
  • Bags: Large suitcases and oversized luggage are not permitted; there are no cloakroom facilities for large items.
  • Accessibility: The entire distillery and all experiences are fully wheelchair accessible.

How to make the most of your Jameson Black Barrel blending class

  • To truly enjoy the experience, avoid planning heavy activities immediately after, as the cask-strength tastings are significantly stronger than standard pours. We recommend eating a full meal before your slot. 
  • Since this experience is highly popular and capped at small numbers, booking at least 2–3 weeks in advance is essential for weekend visits.

Frequently asked questions about the Jameson Black Barrel blending class

No, the 90-minute blending class is a specialised workshop. If you want to see the history and "Grain to Glass" exhibits, you would need to book the Bow St. Experience separately.