Killowen Distillery at Snug Whiskey Fest 2026

Feb 04, 2026 | brand-announcement

At Snug Whiskey Fest 2026, Killowen is the table for drinkers who want to taste what Irish whiskey was before the column still — funky, oily, grain-forward pours from direct-fired pots and worm tubs. Expect small pours, big personality, and conversations about mash bills you won't hear anywhere else on the floor.

Expo Brand Drop #03

We’re excited to announce that Killowen Distillery will be joining Snug Whiskey Fest 2026.

Killowen are known for pushing tradition forward — the kind of producer that blends heritage technique with fresh ideas. This is exactly the energy Snug Whiskey Fest is built for: real people, real pours, and brands with a point of view.

Why Killowen matters

At Snug, we’re not chasing the biggest names — we’re curating the most interesting ones. Killowen’s reputation is built on craft, experimentation, and a refusal to make “safe” spirits just to please the crowd.

If you like discovering something new before everyone else is talking about it, Killowen is the kind of brand you’ll want to spend time with.

What to expect at the expo

Killowen Distillery will be pouring during the Snug Whiskey Fest Expo on:

May 15 & 16, 2026
6–9pm
Indianapolis, Indiana

Come taste, ask questions, and talk directly to the people behind the pours — in a setup designed for discovery, not chaos.

How brand announcements work

Brand drops roll out in waves. Each announcement gets space — because each producer is bringing something different to the weekend.

Want early access to ticket drops, tastings, and limited-capacity moments? The email list is where updates land first.

Why Killowen matters

Killowen is one of the only distilleries on the island reviving direct-fired, worm-tub, historic-mashbill pot still whiskey at a true craft scale, making each release a rare snapshot of how Irish whiskey tasted before consolidation.