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‘The Guardians of Irish Breakfast’ John & Sally McKenna
“Whilst chain hotels have careered down the path of the zombie breakfast buffet, there are still many, many people in Irish hospitality who understand that breakfast is the final experience that guests get to enjoy, so it is of the utmost importance to the experience of staying in Ireland.
Thing is, it’s not easy to do right.”
We are delighted Ballyvolane House was featured in this article by John and Sally McKenna as one of the standouts for championing Irish breakfast. Thank you!
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Forbes Magazine ‘Destination Spirits: This Private Irish Farmhouse Distills A Gin With Local Flavor’ by Jillian Dara
We are delighted Bertha’s Revenge Gin and our home Ballyvolane House are featured in Forbes Magazine in an article by Jillian Dara.
“It is the Irish equivalent of a French Chateaux with a vineyard on the estate. We have a historic house with a distillery in the farmyard,” shares Justin Green, cofounder of Bertha’s Revenge Irish Milk Gin and owner of Ballyvolane House.
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Travel Curator ‘Experience Ireland through these incredible country retreats’ by Madeline Weinfield
“When people speak of Ireland, they tend to get misty in the eye. Perhaps it’s because of familial connections, long ties that bind, or perhaps it’s due to the landscape dotted with ruins seemingly pulled out of a fairy tale. Maybe it is the Irish’s love of storytelling and music, or perhaps, as we would guess, it’s because of the Emerald Isle’s famed hospitality. Home to some of the most charming small hotels, family-run inns, and literal castles, staying in Ireland has the feel of moving in and out of a story book, where each day you can become something new, immerse yourself into a fresh page, another tale, and try it all on for size.”
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The Gloss Magazine, Restaurant Notes by Ciara McQuillan
Ciara McQuillan singles out some hospitable hosts in The Gloss Magazine, Restaurant Notes Thank you for including Justin! In good company too.
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Irish Times “A stay fit for a future king and queen at Ballyvolane House” by Gemma Tipton
Massive thanks to Gemma Tipton for writing about Ballyvolane House in the Irish Times. The article coincides with National Heritage Week which is a celebration of Ireland’s built heritage.
Justin and Jenny took over the reins from Justin’s parents Jeremy and Merrie twenty years ago and the article looks back at how Ballyvolane House has evolved during this time. Preserving historic houses in important work and we were delighted to have had an opportunity to share our story with Gemma. She has captured the spirit(s) of the place perfectly (in terms of our ethos and in terms of another kind of spirit - Bertha’s Revenge Gin).
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Irish Central “These are the top wedding venues in Ireland”
“Looking to tie the knot in Ireland? These are the dream locations for an unforgettable wedding.” By IrishCentral Staff
Delighted Ballyvolane House made the cut! In good company too. Thank you!
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The Whiskey Ring Podcast
“Irish Milk Gin is leading the herd across America. Founders Antony Jackson and Justin Green joined David Levine on @whiskeyringpodcast to discuss the gin-assance, the process of making a whey-based …
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The Gloss - Lovely Lakeside Retreats in Ireland by Penny McCormick
We are delighted Ballyvolane House lakes are featured in The Gloss - Lovely Lakeside Retreats in Ireland by Penny McCormick.
“If you dreaming of serene swims, a room with a view, …
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