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Gold Member Case Study - Irish Distillers

Irish Distillers is a leading producer of world-renowned Irish whiskeys, including Jameson, and a key driver of the global Irish whiskey renaissance. With operations across Ireland, the company combines tradition, innovation, and sustainability to craft premium spirits enjoyed in over 130 markets worldwide.

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Sustainability Achievements

In 2024, Irish Distillers increased support for community initiatives, surpassing its milestone target by 65.7%, through donations, volunteering, and partnerships with charities.

  • Targets Reported Raw Materials Certification, Supplier Sustainability Initiatives, Packaging, Energy/Emissions, Waste, Water, Biodiversity, Product Health and Nutrition, Community Engagement, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
  • Exemplary Targets Supplier Sustainability Initiatives, Packaging, Water, Biodiversity, Product Health and Nutrition, Community Engagement, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
  • Awarded Gold Membership 2021, 2022, 2023, 2025
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In 2024, Irish Distillers deepened its commitment to community engagement through a wide range of impactful initiatives. The company significantly increased its support for local and national causes, surpassing its milestone target by 65.7%, through a combination of financial contributions and employee-led volunteering.

Among the key activities was a donation to SECAD to assist with flood relief efforts, reflecting the company’s responsiveness to urgent community needs. Irish Distillers also supported DrinkAware, reinforcing its dedication to promoting responsible consumption.

The company continued to champion its site charities, including Horizons in Cork through both financial support and active staff involvement. Employees contributed a total of 460 hours across various volunteering activities, including charity soccer matches, local tree-planting events, coffee mornings, and job shadowing. These efforts helped strengthen ties between the business and the communities it operates within.

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