Tell us a little bit about yourself and your work:
I’m Robert Barrett, co-founder and master distiller of Rebel City Distillery, Cork’s first distillery in over half a century. I’m a Cork native, and after living and working in places like Canada, Leitrim, and Dundalk, I’m thrilled to have Cork as home again. I hold a master’s degree in biochemistry, and distilling and brewing became a natural extension of my passion for science and craftsmanship. Along with my wife, Bhagya Barrett, we’ve built Rebel City Distillery into something we’re really proud of. The journey has been incredible — blending my scientific background with the artistry of distilling has been a dream come true. It’s been amazing to see how the craft spirits scene has…