Walk and Gluten-Free Craft Beer Tasting On Whiddy Island

Walk and Gluten-Free Craft Beer Tasting On Whiddy Island!

Make the short ferry journey from Bantry Pier to Whiddy Island for a guided tour of the hidden secrets and history of this fascinating island. Tim O Leary, resident islander and font of local knowledge, will be your guide. Return to the Bank House pub where Gordon Lucey, brewer at 9 White Deer, will give a gluten-free craft beer tasting. Joined by Liquid Curiosity’s Jaq Stedman, they will introduce your taste buds to the wonderful avours of (and the history behind) the new gluten-free beverages being created by small and innovative breweries in rural Ireland. This tasting will be complimented by a plate of delicious, locally made, gluten-free food!

Booking is essential as places are limited! This event is part of the ‘A Taste of West Cork’ Food Festival.

More about 9 White Deer

9 Deer re-wrote the rule book with their gluten-free range of beers. They are made from 100% barley and the gluten is removed through clever brewing techniques. And they are first brewery in Ireland to do so!

More about Liquid Curiosity

Liquid Curiosity is a fun and educational small business that will inspire you to gain the knowledge and discover the growing world of local micro producers. Find out about the growing world of craft beer, craft cider, micro stills and whiskey!

More about the Festival

A Taste of West Cork Food Festival brings together a unique mix of food markets, demonstrations, competitions, dinners, brunches, and banquets, along with food-tastings, talks, exhibitions, children’s events and more!