O’Connell Whiskey Merchants is an independent whiskey company. We have multiple verticals. One is to procure premium new make spirit and aged whiskies from distilleries and apply our own maturation and finish preferences. We source our own casks and mature and bottle the finished whiskies when they are ready. We also provide 3rd party bottling and maturation facilities at our GI facility in Co Waterford along with cask sourcing and consultancy.

We founded the South East Whiskey Festival with the primary goal of championing whiskey in Ireland, especially within the South East region. Initially launched in Wexford in March 2023, the festival returned for a successful encore in 2024. Our vision extends beyond Wexford as we aspire to reach the major towns and cities across the entire South East in the future. Anticipate the 2025 edition once again gracing Wexford, scheduled from February 27th to March 1st. Keeping pace with the dynamic whiskey landscape in Ireland, we have crafted an event that not only celebrates the heritage of both established and emerging distilleries but also underscores the industry's remarkable potential for growth. Our weekend festival strives to provide a relaxed, affordable experience executed with professionalism and abundant Irish fun. We look forward to welcoming you there for a memorable time.