This pop-up gin bar is the place to be at Race and Taste Festival

By Yay Cork April 30, 2019April 30, 2019

Brought to you by Conbec Dry Irish Gin.

Gin lovers assemble.

If sipping al fresco gin cocktails in the spring sunshine sounds like your kind of weekend activity, now is the time to nab a ticket for The Barry Group Race & Taste Festival at Cork Racecourse Mallow on May 10th and 11th, 2019.

The official gin of the festival, Conbec Gin is hosting a pop-up bar in the marquee throughout the event, which will combine fabulous food with a spot of racing for an exciting family day out.

A smooth, warming gin with hedgerow berries and zesty citrus notes, Conbec will be offering a tasty limited edition signature serve throughout the festival too; The Fierce Furlong is a refreshing blend of Conbec, Merchant’s Heart Hibiscus Tonic, raspberries and fresh mint.

Named after the loyal, fierce wolfhound of Irish folklore, Conbec is a tribute to the beloved hunting dog of Finn, Chief of the Fiana.

Gentle when stroked, fierce when provoked, the wolfhound was so respected in ancient Ireland that it was common practice for kings and warriors to place the word cú (meaning ‘wolfhound’) in front of their names, implying that they were as worthy of respect as the fabled dog.

Two days of foodie heaven, The Barry Group Race & Taste Festival combines thrilling horse racing with crafts and games for little visitors, live music from The Frank & Walters and The Fota Island Resort Most Stylish Lady Event.

The Festival will also feature a host of interactive demonstrations by chefs such as Rory O’Connell, Martin Shanahan and Lily Higgins as well as masterclasses in wine tasting and a vast array of food stalls from leading producers.

Sunglasses on, Conbec Fierce Furlong in hand, we can’t think of a better way to welcome the spring. Tickets are a bargain €15 here (kids go free).