If you’ve never celebrated this national holiday before, you’ll be asking yourself why not. Some of the best bars across the country are marking the occasion with free Bushmills Irish coffees on January 25!

The first 20 customers who call into the participating bars – located in Dublin, Galway, Belfast and Kilkenny – will receive a free Bushmills Irish coffee after giving the special password: 1608.

1608 is the year Bushmills was first granted a license to distill, making it the oldest licensed whiskey distillery in the world. Four centuries later, exceptional whiskey is still being crafted in the very same spot.

Of course, Bushmills Irish Whiskey works perfectly in an Irish coffee – an iconic drink widely credited to chef Joe Sheridan, who first served it to international travellers passing through Limerick's Foynes Airport in the '40s.

Here’s where you can get your hands on one…

Christy’s Bar

Kilkenny

A traditional family-run bar located in the heart of Kilkenny, Christy's Bar is well-known for its impressive whiskey collection – best enjoyed by the fire!

Christy's Bar

The Dylan Whisky Bar

Kilkenny

A Victorian-style bar that specialises in fine whiskeys, you'll find cosy leather seating, private snugs, an open fire and brilliant Bob Dylan memorabilia at The Dylan Whisky Bar.

The Dylan Whisky Bar

Ryan's Bar

Belfast

A popular spot among locals and visitors alike, Ryan's Bar in south Belfast has built up a reputation for its friendly, laid-back atmosphere, as well as its gorgeous decor.

Ryan's Bar

Devitts

Camden St, Dublin

If you're on the hunt for a traditional family-run pub in central Dublin, be sure to stop off at Devitts – home to a great drinks selection, and live music seven nights a week.

Devitts

Kehoes

South Anne St, Dublin

Considered a 'country pub in the heart of the city', the award-winning Kehoes was first licensed in 1803. Towards the end of the 19th century, it was renovated in the Victorian style that it retains to this day – and it's still as charming as ever.

Kehoes

Bruxelles

Harry St, Dublin

A hugely important spot in the history of the Irish rock scene, Bruxelles remains an iconic city centre establishment – offering something for everyone, with three bars under one roof.

Bruxelles

McNeill's

Capel St, Dublin

Famed for both its music sessions and its hugely welcoming atmosphere, McNeill's on Capel Street is the perfect spot to while away the hours – especially with a Bushmills Irish coffee in hand!

McNeills

An Púcán

Galway

A multi-award-winning bar in the heart of Galway, An Púcán has it all – from sports on 'the biggest screen in the West', to music seven nights a week. Whether you find a cosy spot in the Front Bar, or decide to hang out in their famed Garden area, you're guaranteed a good time.

An Púcán

So, if you consider yourself a true Irish coffee connoisseur, be sure to call into your closest participating bar on January 25 – where you'll be in with a chance of picking up this beloved Irish classic for free!