Next February, a transatlantic toast will be raised in celebration of one of the world’s most iconic cocktails, as The Buena Vista Café of San Francisco comes to F.X. Buckley in Dublin for a special one-night collaboration in partnership with Tullamore D.E.W. The evening, taking place on Thursday, 5th February, will bring together two institutions renowned for their craft, hospitality, and devotion to quality.

As legend goes, the Irish Coffee was first created by Joe Sheridan in 1943 at Foynes airport, Shannon and discovered by renowned San Francisco journalist Stanton Delaplane on a flying visit to Ireland. Delaplane is now credited for bringing the Irish Coffee to The Buena Vista’s owner at the time (Jack Koeppler) who perfected the drink. The first serve took place in the world-renowned restaurant in 1952 with Tullamore D.E.W.’s triple blend Irish Whiskey, and they still use Tullamore today 70 years later.

Now, over 70 years later, Tullamore D.E.W. is bringing the San Francisco bar’s head bartender to Dublin to recreate their signature serve alongside the F.X. Buckley team — uniting the best of both sides of the Atlantic in honour of “one of the world’s most iconic drinks.”

Special guest on the evening will be Darcy Parsons, a US veteran of hospitality. With over 25 years of experience and at the helm in The Buena Vista for the past 7 years, Parsons and his team prepare over 1,500 Irish coffees daily in the busy Fisherman Wharf iconic establishment. 

Guests will experience the authentic Buena Vista Irish Coffee, perfectly balanced with the award-winning Tullamore D.E.W. triple blend Irish Whiskey, fresh cream, and rich coffee — a drink that embodies Ireland’s true spirit of conviviality. The evening will also feature mesmerising storytelling and a culinary set menu inspired by the partnership between F.X. Buckley’s renowned Irish hospitality and The Buena Vista’s timeless legacy.

“The Irish Coffee is more than a drink — it’s a story of warmth, craft, and connection,” said Stephen Buckley, Managing Director of F.X. Buckley. “We are delighted to be partnering with a fellow standout Irish brand, Tullamore D.E.W. and look forward to welcoming The Buena Vista team to Dublin.

Kevin Pigott, Global Ambassador, Tullamore D.E.W., added: 

“The Irish coffee is one of our finest exports and Tullamore D.E.W.’s rich and smooth flavour profile has cemented its relationship with this drink for a long time. Tullamore D.E.W. is excited to bring these two hospitality giants together to celebrate world class service and drinks.”

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, 5th February 2026

Venue:  The Bull and Castle, 5-7 Lord Edward St, Dublin 2, D02 P634

To book: www.thebuckleycollection.ie/bull-castle-steakhouse

Price: €85 for a 3-course set menu includes a complimentary Tullamore D.E.W Irish coffee and an after-dinner cocktail to enjoy upstairs in Dausies bar from the specially created Tullamore D.E.W. cocktail menu.

*Excludes wine

About The Buena Vista Café

Established in 1916, The Buena Vista Café is a San Francisco landmark famed as the birthplace of the Irish Coffee. Its bartenders have served millions of the iconic drink since 1952, following a recipe perfected in collaboration with Irish chef Joe Sheridan of Foynes, County Limerick.

About FX Buckley

A Dublin institution, FX Buckley is celebrated for its world-class steakhouses and bars, where exceptional Irish produce meets warm, authentic hospitality. With a legacy stretching back over six generations, the Buckley family continues to define the art of great dining and good company in Ireland’s capital.

About Tullamore D.E.W.

Tullamore D.E.W. is Ireland’s original triple-blended Irish whiskey, marrying the softness of grain, the spice of pot still, and the fruitiness of malt, perfect for every whiskey drinker. Distilled at its distillery in Tullamore, Co. Offaly, the brand delivers rich heritage and contemporary relevance. Each Tullamore D.E.W. whiskey is matured for at least three years in traditional refill barrels, ex-bourbon barrels and ex-sherry butts – lending to the whiskey’s exceptional flavour like no other in the category. 

The whiskey’s name is derived from the town where it’s made and from the initials of its founding father Daniel Edmund Williams who became the business owner in the 1890s and inspired the launch of world-famous Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey.

The brand continues to earn global recognition for quality and craftsmanship. In 2025, both Tullamore D.E.W. Original and Tullamore D.E.W. Special Reserve 12-Year-Old received Bronze at the World Whiskies Awards. In 2024, the 18-Year-Old Single Malt was awarded Gold at the Irish Whiskey Masters, and Tullamore D.E.W. Honey took Gold in the Whiskey Liqueur category at the Irish Whiskey Awards and Silver at the World Liqueur Awards. In 2023, Tullamore D.E.W. Honey was named World’s Best Flavoured Whisky at the World Whiskies Awards, and the 12-Year-Old Special Reserve earned multiple accolades, including Gold at the International Wine & Spirits Competition and the Irish Whiskey Awards.

Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Coffee: Recipe & Method

Ingredients:

  • 30ml Tullamore D.E.W. Original
  • 90ml Espresso coffee
  • 15ml Demerara sugar
  • 40ml Double Cream (Use Coconut Cream for as a dairy free alternative)
  • Optional garnish-Nutmeg

Method:
Pour Tullamore D.E.W. Original, hot coffee and Demerara sugar into an Irish Coffee glass. Shake double cream in a shaker until thickened before layering over the drink. Garnish with a grating of nutmeg and 3 coffee beans.

Pro Tip: A medium-roast coffee works best; it has enough depth to complement the whiskey without overwhelming the drink’s balance.