Irish spirits choices lighten up

If you think of Ireland as a brown spirits and beer sort of place, think again.

Despite the worldwide reputation of some fine Irish whiskies, a new study says 56% percent of all spirits sales in the Republic of Ireland are of the white variety -- gin, vodka and white rum.

Research and Markets says in its “White Spirits in Ireland 2007” study that Smirnoff is the top-selling vodka in Ireland, Gordon's the top gin and Bacardi the top white rum.

Also, say sthe study, "alcohol consumption as a whole is declining in per capita terms with average spirits consumption just below their 1998 levels."

To Dowd's Spirits Notebook latest entry.
To Dowd's Wine Notebook latest entry.
To Dowd's Brews Notebook latest entry.
To Dowd's Non-Alcohol Drinks Notebook latest entry.
To Dowd's Tasting Notes latest entry.
Back to Dowd On Drinks home page.