Offaly Distillery Wins Recognition At Chairman Awards

The United States and Poland are Ireland's two biggest export markets for whiskey.

A midlands distillery has won recognition at the Chairman's Awards.

The Irish Whiskey Association ceremony celebrates those who have contributed to the growth and success of the sector over the years. 

John Quinn of Tullamore Dew has been named a winner at the event last night.

The total export value of Irish Whiskey topped €900m this year, with 46% going directly to the United States.

The recipients of the 2024 Chairman’s Awards are:

  • John Quinn of Tullamore Dew
  • David Quinn of Irish Distillers
  • Miriam Mooney of the Irish Whiskey Association
  • Johnny Harte of Five Farms Irish Cream
  • Aoife Clarke of Suntory Global Spirits
  • Brian Watts (posthumous) of Great Northern Distillery

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