Pearse Lyons Distillery celebrates 8 years of growth
Pearse Lyons Distillery, Dublin’s only independent family-owned distillery, proudly celebrates its eighth anniversary, having welcomed over 200,000 visitors from around the world.
Pearse Lyons Distillery is also proud to celebrate its recent accreditation as a Guaranteed Irish member
Marking this special occasion, the distillery has also been awarded the prestigious Guaranteed Irish symbol.
Tracey Flinter, general manager, said: “Since opening its doors, Pearse Lyons Distillery has welcomed over 200,000 visitors from across the globe.
“Each one shares in the passion and tradition that define our brand.
“This milestone is not only a celebration of our journey, but also a heartfelt thank you to the visitors, our team, and supporters who have made it all possible.
“As we raise a glass to eight incredible years, we look forward to continuing our legacy of excellence, innovation and sustainability”.
Pearse Lyons Distillery is also proud to celebrate its recent accreditation as a Guaranteed Irish member, a distinction that recognises businesses committed to Irish provenance, community support, and sustainable practices.
This recognition highlights the brand’s deep-rooted connection to local heritage and its ongoing commitment to responsible craftsmanship.
“Being awarded the Guaranteed Irish symbol not only affirms the distillery’s quality and authenticity, but also highlights the continuing contribution to Ireland’s economy, culture, and global reputation for excellence in spirits”, said Flinter.
The announcement also coincides with the Feast of St. James, celebrated annually on 25 July in honour of St. James the Greater, the patron saint of pilgrims.
Fittingly, Pearse Lyons Distillery, housed in the restored St. James Church, shares its founding anniversary with this historic feast day.
This alignment creates a powerful trio of celebrations: the distillery’s 8th birthday, its recognition with the Guaranteed Irish symbol, and a moment of cultural reflection rooted in its iconic location.
In 2012, St. James Church was acquired with the vision of restoring it not just as a working distillery, but as a living part of the Dublin 8 community.
A place where heritage will be preserved and celebrated for future generations.
When the late Pearse Lyons and his wife Deirdre set out to restore the derelict site, they already knew of its personal significance.
Pearse’s grandfather, John Hubert Lyons, had been born just around the corner on Echlin Street and in 1948 was laid to rest in the graveyard that surrounds the distillery grounds.
This deep personal connection gave the project an even greater sense of purpose and place from the very beginning.
The restoration took over four years to complete, carefully preserving the original structure while breathing new life into the building.
Since opening its doors on 25 July, 2017, today celebrating its 8th birthday, Pearse Lyons Distillery has proudly stood as both a historical landmark and a welcoming destination for locals and visitors alike.
Committed to supporting the community, the distillery has a policy to buy locally where possible and is proud to employ a passionate team creating local jobs.
Pearse Lyons Distillery remains committed to creating a space that celebrates Dublin 8, a place of social, cultural and whiskey significance, not only as it was, but as it continues to grow for generations to come.
The distillery is committed to a sustainable grain-to-glass ethos.
From 2020, every drop of whiskey distilled at the altar is crafted using sustainably grown grain from its own farm 25km from the distillery.
Using an in-house cultivated yeast and matured in upcycled bourbon barrels from its sister distillery, Town Branch Distillery in Lexington, Kentucky, creating a unique spirit as iconic as the building it is distilled in.
This year, Pearse Lyons Distillery will be harvesting a historic cereal as part of a special project — one that brings back a farming technique that has not been used in Ireland for generations.
It marks an exciting moment in the whiskey-making journey, combining tradition with innovation to create something truly distinctive.
To mark the celebration, Pearse Lyons Distillery is offering 15% off all products in its online store, along with free standard shipping across Ireland for the month of July.
This limited-time offer is a heartfelt thank you to the loyal customers and supporters who have joined us on this journey
