The historic wine cellar is located deep in the rocky foundations of the castle at Ballymaloe House Hotel and holds an extensive selection of award-winning wines. Our wine list includes a wide variety of wines from the best wine regions, and we pride ourselves in sourcing organic, biodynamic and natural wines. The term natural wine, also referred to as artisan or low intervention wine, is made in an organically farmed vineyard with indigenous yeast, and minimal or no added sulfites, resulting in a wine with more purity, vibrancy, and vitality.
A weekly tour with the Head Sommelier Samuel Chantoiseau, takes place on Thursdays and Fridays at 4 pm, this guided tour is complimentary for our guests to participate in. A delightful experience for wine enthusiasts.
Garden-to-Glass cocktails are on the menus all year and are a popular choice with our guests. The process begins by handpicking fresh herbs, fruits, and botanicals from the walled garden. The ingredients are then muddled, crushed, or infused to extract their essence to enhance the flavour of the cocktails we make.
Our cocktail list includes whiskey-based 'Garden Sour', 'Berry and Bergamot Mojito' made with mint and berries from the garden or try the sophisticated 'Garden Martini' - the choice is yours!