Celebrating the incredible story of Ireland's contribution to the culinary and drinks world with some unexpected discoveries along the way. It is a humorous look at the likes of Guinness, Hennessy Cognac, Irish whiskey, Muff Liquor Co and Baileys Irish Cream and how they complement Irish cuisine. It features an all-star cast including Guinness heir Rory Guinness, Deirdre O’Carroll the blender of Jameson whiskey and Jurassic Park actor Sam Neill. Filmed in spectacular locations around Ireland including Ballymaloe House (with renowned chef JR Ryall) and Midleton Distillery and Chateau Margaux in Bordeaux (once owned by the Irish). It also features legendary Irish publican Oisín Rogers who reveals the secret behind the best pint of Guinness in England at the Devonshire Soho. This critically acclaimed and humorous film was described as “poured to perfection, raise a glass to this cinematic gem”. Directed by Frank Mannion, it will surprise viewers who think of Ireland as just the home of stout and Irish stew.
Ticket holders will have the chance to sample some award-winning wine of Irish heritage including Chateau Montelena, Frank Phelan, Chateau Clarke, Langoa Barton and Sugrue South Downs. The director Frank Mannion and publican Oisin Rogers (of the Devonshire Soho) will do a post-film Q&A. Swipe Films is co-hosting the event.