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Raise a Glass at 5pm: Galway Bay Hotel’s Bay‑Side Whiskey Tasting
A guided, complimentary whiskey tasting at the Galway Bay Hotel every Thursday at 5pm — this guide explains what to expect and who it suits.
Raise a Glass at 5pm: Galway Bay Hotel’s Bay‑Side Whiskey Tasting.
Step into the world of Irish whiskey every Thursday at 5pm at the Galway Bay Hotel. Join the Bar Team for a guided Whiskey Tasting Experience — sample smooth single malts, rich blends and local favourites while you learn the stories behind each drop in a relaxed, inviting atmosphere.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Single Malts, Blends and Local Favourites
A guided tasting that focuses on smooth single malts, rich blends and local favourites drawn from renowned distilleries — a concise introduction to Irish whiskey styles.
Led by the Galway Bay Hotel Bar Team
The tasting is led by the hotel’s Bar Team, who guide participants through flavour notes and the stories behind each pour in an accessible format.
An Evening of Flavour and Craic
Held in a relaxed, inviting hotel bar environment on the bay, the session combines tasting with conversation — designed for friends, groups or anyone after a unique night out.
What the day feels like
What the Evening Feels Like
Begin at the hotel bar at 5pm on Thursday, sit with the Bar Team and move through a curated set of pours over a one‑hour guided tasting. The format blends tasting notes and provenance stories with informal conversation, ending with time to relax and enjoy company in the hotel’s welcoming bar.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tasting suits — and who should skip it.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The tasting runs every Thursday at 5pm and lasts approximately 60 minutes.
Attend at the hotel bar; there are no listed special equipment requirements for the tasting.
The experience is hosted by Galway Bay Hotel and is listed as a complimentary activity; meet at the Bar.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When is the tasting held?
Every Thursday at 5pm.
How long does the tasting last?
The session runs for approximately 60 minutes (1 hour).
Is there a cost to attend?
The tasting is listed as a complimentary activity.
Where do participants meet?
The meeting location is the hotel bar.
Who runs the tasting?
The tasting is led by the Galway Bay Hotel Bar Team.
Are there age restrictions?
Yes — participants must be 18 years or older.