Roe & Co is a leading Irish Whiskey producer, renowned for crafting innovative and premium blends that push the boundaries of conventional whiskey making. The brand's name serves as a homage to the legendary whiskey-maker George Roe & Co. In the 19th century, George Roe & Co's distillery was a cornerstone of Irish whiskey production, renowned as Ireland's largest distillery. The distillery's location at Thomas Street in Dublin covered an impressive 17 acres, making it an imposing figure in the heart of Dublin’s historic brewing and distilling quarter.
Famed as Ireland's largest whiskey exporter, George Roe & Co and Guinness Brewery, their neighbours for hundreds of years, were the two key players in the industry. They were instrumental in shaping Dublin's reputation as a globally recognised centre for brewing and distilling. However, with the closure of the George Roe & Co distillery in 1926, the remarkable story of George Roe, his family, and their distinguished whiskies, receded into the pages of history.
Today, the only physical reminders of the Roe & Co distillery's illustrious past are a solitary windmill tower and a pear tree that continues to bloom year after year. These two enduring symbols are located directly across from the famous St. James’s Gate Guinness Brewery. They stand as a testament to George Roe’s past prominence in the city's life and now serve as a source of inspiration for the new generation of Roe & Co whiskey.
Riding on the wave of the modern resurgence in Irish whiskey, Roe & Co is reviving the memory of George Roe and restoring the once-glorious Thomas Street to its former vibrancy. At the heart of this exciting revival, Roe & Co blends its reverence for the past with its vision for the future, embracing the innovative spirit that defined the original golden era of Irish whiskey.
The whiskey crafted at Roe & Co carries forward George Roe's legacy of quality and taste. With every sip, one experiences the richness of Irish heritage coupled with a contemporary touch. The whiskey strikes a perfect balance between tradition and innovation, making it an embodiment of the renaissance of Irish Whiskey. Whether for newcomers or seasoned whiskey enthusiasts, Roe & Co's offerings offer an exploration into the glorious past and promising future of Irish whiskey.