Andrew, a Dublin native, was raised in the village of Kilternan on the Dublin/Wicklow border. He recalls growing up in Ireland in those days when there were only two distilleries on the island in addition to just a handful of brands. After graduating from culinary school in Dublin his journey took him around the world working in and around the wine industry in five countries over three decades. He has worked in every facet of the wine industry including Production (in California and New Zealand,) Logistics, National Account Sales, Brand Launches, Retail, Restaurants, and Bars.
In addition to his love of wine Andrew is a self-confessed craft beer lover who always seeks out local brews on his travels. His pandemic passion project has been Irish Whiskey and he points his finger to Redbreast 12yo as his "gateway" whiskey! In addition to his Digital Marketing work, he educates and trains those who will listen on the wonders of Irish Whiskey, its current renaissance, and its colorful, and storied history, through his business, Irish Whiskey LAD. Andrew lives in Napa, California, and holds WSET Level 3 in Wines, WSET Level 2 in Spirits, and Irish Whiskey certifications.