So the Irish wouldn't rule the world! Or so they say in Ireland. The locals are pretty proud of their whiskey - it's better than the stuff you get from Scotland or America and is the only one you should drink. Our visit to the Jameson Distillery in Midleton this afternoon was both informative and entertaining. We went on a tour of the old factory, learnt about the history of the company and the process of making a good drop! Included with our ticket was a complimentary drink in the bar at the end of the tour. Col was kind enough to offer to drive and Jo-Anne got to participate in the whiskey tasting experience! We might have to change to Jammy!!!
Front of Jameson Distillery
Col's new business venture!
Make mine Jameson's!
We even have our own door at Jameson's!
Earlier in the day, after a drive around Cork, we spent some time in the coastal town of Kinsale. Found a good coffee shop, wandered the streets and shops and went to mass at St John the Baptist.
View over the bay at Kinsale
We are sure they have meetings about what colour to paint their houses and shops!
Sign we saw outside pub this afternoon - 'Beer garden open. Free sunshine & wi-fi'. They are loving the weather here and flocking to the few beaches there are.
And just so you can see how cute our Evie is!!!
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What was that man over Jo Anne's left shoulder doing when that photo was taken?I think the Irish have color meetings to see who can use the brightest colours on their buildings. Maybe after one too many whiskys it is easier to find your house if it is bright orange etc. Did you get to see Wicklow gaol where the convicts were transported to Australia from? Ballykissangel ( the ABC TV series) was made around that area also, in a little village called Avoca among other locations. Enjoying seeing Ireland again. Cheers FOA
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