Belfast Distillery Company - McConnell's Irish Whisky

While we’re working hard to open the new Aelia Duty Free store at Belfast International Airport, we’re also building strategic partnerships with Northern Ireland-born brands, helping them grow and reach global travellers. As Sarah Kennedy, Brand Manager at Belfast Distillery Company - McConnell's Irish Whisky, shares, their journey with Aelia Duty Free has been nothing short of remarkable: 📈 Sales have increased by 70% in just two years! 🛫 Expanding their presence in the new Aelia Duty Free store with exclusive products & brand ambassador tastings "The collaboration with Aelia Duty Free has given us a platform to connect with global travellers and take McConnell’s to the next level." As Aelia Duty Free, we are proud to showcase Northern Ireland’s rich heritage to the world, enhancing passenger journeys with a true taste of Belfast and Northern Ireland! 🍀 #LagardereTravelRetail #AeliaDutyFree #BelfastInternationalAirport #McConnellsWhiskey #IrishWhiskey #TravelRetail

Day 1 at ProWein 2025 🥃✈️ Our Sales and Marketing team is all set and ready to connect at Hall 5, Stand J44! We're excited to meet with our current export partners and explore new opportunities. If you're in town, stop by for a chat with the team!

We’re excited to be in Nashville this St. Patrick’s Day weekend, celebrating 30 years of the Belfast–Nashville Sister City relationship at the Belfast to Nashville Festival 🎉 Belfast and Nashville share a deep connection—two cities built on music, storytelling, and craftsmanship. McConnell’s Irish Whisky is proud to be part of this special celebration, bringing a taste of Belfast to Music City alongside incredible musicians, chefs, and artists from Northern Ireland. Here’s to a weekend of culture, creativity, and camaraderie—raising a glass to 30 years of friendship and many more to come! 🥃☘️ #BelfastToNashville #SisterCities Tourism Northern Ireland Tourism Ireland

Great day at Retail NI’s Supplier Showcase, connecting with independent retailers and fellow local producers from across Northern Ireland! Proud to share the story of McConnell’s Irish Whisky and be part of a community that champions homegrown businesses. 💪 #RetailNI #Retail #IndepedentRetailer #Belfast

In honour of International Women’s Day tomorrow, we’re raising a glass to the women who shape McConnell’s—past and present. From Eleanor McConnell, who led the brand in the 1800s, to the ambassadors restoring its legacy today, strong women have always been part of our story. And at our home in the A-Wing of the Crumlin Road Gaol—where suffragettes once fought for equality—that pioneering spirit lives on. 💪 Here’s to the women breaking barriers in whiskey and beyond—Sláinte! 🥃 #IWD2025 #IWD #WomeninWhiskey 

McConnell’s Irish Whisky is heading to ProWein! 🍀🥃 From our rich Belfast heritage to our modern revival, we’re excited to share our story—and a few drams—with whiskey lovers across the globe. If you're attending, come say hello at Hall 5 / Stall J44 and experience McConnell’s for yourself! #IrishWhiskey #ProWein #TradeShow

Great to see McConnell’s featured in The Irish News 🥃 With St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner, we’re delighted to be included in this round-up of top Irish whiskeys to enjoy for the celebrations. ☘️ Check out the the full guide: https://lnkd.in/e8_gnyv9 #IrishWhiskey #StPatricksDay

Positive news for Irish whiskey 🚀 🥃 "The value of drink exports, especially Irish whiskey, from the Republic of Ireland grew by 19 percent to almost £2 billion." A strong sign of the industry’s continued growth and global demand. Thanks to Sam Butler for sharing. Read the full article 👇 https://lnkd.in/gwDW8Vw6

📻 ICYMI: Listen back to renowned 'Cheeseologist' Patrick McGuigan, who will be joining us at McConnell's Distillery on Sunday as part of Northern Ireland Science Festival. 🧀 Jump to 54:54 🔊 - https://lnkd.in/eDFSzXRP 🎟️ Final remaining tickets for our Guided Whiskey & Cheese Pairing available here: https://lnkd.in/ekAGVZmu

Big news from McConnell’s Irish Whisky! ✈️🥃 We’re excited to share that McConnell’s Irish Whisky will soon be available at Belfast International Airport's new duty-free area—a fantastic step forward as we bring our Belfast-born whiskey to even more travellers. As one of Northern Ireland’s most historic whiskey brands, this new concession is an exciting opportunity to connect with both local and international travellers, offering them a taste of our heritage and craft before they take off. With Belfast International Airport investing in a new world-class retail experience, we’re proud to be part of this expansion and look forward to sharing more details soon. #Retail #RetailNews #DutyFree #IrishWhiskey