Wine and drinks

Award-winning wine list, wine tasting events and cocktails.

award-winning Wines

The historic wine cellar at Ballymaloe House Hotel is nestled deep within the rocky foundations of the castle and houses an extensive selection of award-winning wines. Our wine list features a wide variety of choices from renowned wine regions, with a strong emphasis on organic, biodynamic, and natural wines.

Natural wine, sometimes called artisan or low-intervention wine, is produced from organically farmed vineyards using indigenous yeast, with minimal or no added sulfites. The result is a wine with enhanced purity, vibrancy, and vitality.

A complimentary guided tour of the wine cellar, led by our Head Sommelier Samuel Chantoiseau, takes place on Thursdays and Fridays at 17:00, offering a delightful experience for wine enthusiasts.

drinks and cocktails

We offer an extensive drinks and cocktail list for our guests. A highlight of our menu is the Garden-to-Glass cocktails, which are popular year-round and showcase the best of each season. We begin by handpicking the freshest herbs, fruits, and botanicals from our walled garden. These ingredients are then expertly muddled, crushed, or infused to extract their pure essence, enhancing the flavor of every cocktail we craft.

Our cocktail menu evolves with the seasons, featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients for a dynamic and exciting selection year-round. In spring and summer, enjoy a Magnolia & Ginger Sour, Garden Martini, or a gin-based Rhubarb Tarantella made with Ballymaloe Gin. For non-alcoholic options, try the Walled Garden Fizz or Rhubarb Spritz. Explore our diverse menu and discover a drink to suit every taste.

EXCLUSIVE WinE DINNERS

Throughout the year, we host a series of intimate wine dinners that celebrate our shared passion for exceptional food and thoughtfully chosen wines. Events are held in collaboration with Tindal Wines and feature some of the most respected names in the world of wine - from celebrated winemakers to leading importers and Masters of Wine.

These evenings are a must for wine lovers, food enthusiasts, and anyone curious to learn more about the people and places behind great wine. Held in the heart of East Cork, Ballymaloe House wine dinners offer an immersive dining experience in a truly unique setting.

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RECENT Wine Awards

The award-winning wine list at Ballymaloe House Hotel consists of a wide variety of wines from the best wine regions, and we pride ourselves in sourcing organic, biodynamic and natural wines.

Some of the recent wine awards we have received are: 

European Regional winner in the Best Short Wine List category - World's Best Wine Lists 2021

Best Restaurant Wine List and Wine Service Award 2019 Tomas Clancy Sunday Business Post

Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for one of the best restaurant wine lists in the world

Lonely Planet Magazine Number 1 Wine Weekend in the World

Georgina Campbell Wine Award of the Year

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