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Diageo Reserve’s World Class has announced that the global World Class Cocktail Festival is coming to Ireland for the first time in 2023, with events planned in two Cork spots.

The luxury spirits brand is bringing a host of exciting acts, venues, and unexpected experiences to surprise and delight attendees in over 50 bars and venues in Dublin, with key events taking place on Leeside too from Thursday, May 4th to Saturday, May 6th, 2023.

The line-up features some of the biggest international and Irish names in the food and drinks arena, ahead of the World Class Irish Final on Monday, May 8th.

What’s happening in Cork?

The World Champion Bartender, Adrián Michalčík will be guest appearing at Cask in Cork, showcasing an eclectic mix of cocktails. The experience will offer locals the opportunity to sample drinks from one of the best bartenders in the world.

For those looking to see this year’s Irish World Class finalists in action, guests can delight in a delicious Ron Zacapa rum and dessert pairing experience in partnership with an Irish chocolatier in venues nationwide such as Paladar Cork, Three Storey Dublin and The Merchant, Belfast. 

The festival comprises of complimentary and ticketed events, as well as other experiences including a tequila tasting highlighting the Don Julio range at Cask in Cork, to name just a few. 

For tickets, visit the World Class Festival website.