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Shannon fountain pen in Irish Whiskey Oak bright gold plate
Shannon fountain pen in Irish Whiskey Oak bright gold plate
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Shannon Fountain Pen – Handmade from Irish Whiskey Oak with Bright Chrome Trim
Named after Ireland’s grandest river, the Shannon fountain pen brings together heritage, craftsmanship, and a uniquely Irish story. Handcrafted from reclaimed Irish Whiskey Oak, sourced from a retired barrel at Midleton Distillery in County Cork, this exceptional writing instrument is ideal for those who appreciate both legacy and luxury.
With its bright chrome trim and bi-colour German nib, this pen feels perfectly balanced in the hand, offering a smooth and fluid writing experience. Whether it’s resting on a desk, nestled in a notebook, or placed on a meeting table, the Shannon commands attention—its aroma and grain offering a nod to its storied past.
As the pen is turned on the lathe, the natural heat gently releases the scent of the whiskey it once matured. The oak’s warm reddish hue, infused by the spirits, makes this a cherished gift for Irish whiskey connoisseurs and writing enthusiasts alike.
Ink Compatibility & Writing Performance
The Shannon fountain pen features a premium German-engineered size 6 bi-colour steel nib for exceptional writing flow.
Accepts international standard ink cartridges & converters.
Each pen is supplied with a black ink cartridge and a reusable converter, giving you the option to enjoy bottled ink or use convenient refills.
Compatible Refills
Order the fountain pen ink cartridges for this pen by following this link: Fountain Pen Ink Cartridges . This fountain pen accepts international standard ink cartridges & converters. Ordering directly from us ensures you always have the correct refills on hand.
Sustainable Writing, Thoughtful Gifting
By choosing a refillable handmade pen, you reduce your environmental impact and help eliminate the billions of disposable plastic pens sent to landfill every year. Our packaging is equally responsible—each pen is posted in a recyclable gift box, wrapped in corrugated card, and placed in a biodegradable mailer.
Personalised Engraving
In a world where individuality is increasingly rare, engraving adds a personal touch that transforms this already exceptional pen into a timeless keepsake.
Complete Luxury Gift Experience
- Presented in a satin-lined deluxe pen case
- Includes ink cartridge and ink pump
- Accompanied by an instruction card and wood origin fact card
- Includes a personal note from Catherine and Richard Daly
Handmade oak pen gift box upgrade
Crafted in our Kells workshop and inspired by the Book of Kells, this oak-finished engraved box enhances your gift presentation:
- Oak finished for a sophisticated look and feel
- Walnut pen rest
- The box can be set up for one or two pens
- Personalised engraving on the inner lid
- Corporate logo engraving options (outer or inner lid)
- Box dimensions: 180mm (L) x 116mm (W) x 45mm (H)
The pen pictured was handmade by us. Your pen will be crafted from the same Irish Whiskey Oak barrel wood, though no two pieces are ever alike. That is your assurance of a pen as unique as the person who holds it. Crafted from Irish Whiskey Oak barrel staves, sourced via our Cork supplier, direct from the distillery. No separate certificate of authenticity is issued. Each pen takes approximately three days to craft.
If you have a question about the pen, contact Richard by email at richard@irishpens.ie or WhatsApp on 087 115 5705. We love to chat.
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The pen does not have the colour as advertised. Also I and the recipient a collector of fountain pens and
whiskey fan was very dissapointed, that the pen did not include a certificate of authenticity. A qr code link to a standard descriptive page is not the same.
Thank you for your feedback Niall. We are genuinely sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations, especially as we take great pride in both our craftsmanship and our customer satisfaction.
Regarding the colour of the Irish Whiskey Oak, the wood we use is sourced from decommissioned barrel staves from the Midleton Distillery. Any variations in colour are entirely natural and arise from the whiskey distilling and ageing process itself — we never add dyes or treatments, as we wish to preserve the authenticity of the wood’s character. The difference in colour and grain pattern in the wood is your guarentee that your pen is unique.
In relation to the certificate of authenticity, we do not state that such a document is included. The barrels are officially decommissioned by Midleton Distillery and sold through a Cork-based company, from whom we purchase the staves directly. Each pen is accompanied by a digital fact sheet via QR code, providing details on the wood’s provenance and our handcrafting process.
We greatly value your comments and will reflect on them as part of our ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional Irish-made writing instruments.
Warm regards,
Richard & Catherine
Irish Pens
I bought this lovely pen as a wedding gifts for my new wife.
I had the date of our wedding engraved on it so she has no excuse about forgetting the date !!
It was made from Middleton Cork Whiskey Barrel , another personal touch as she is a Cork Gurl and likes the odd Whiskey.
Fantastic craftsmanship, extremely well presented and environmentally sound.
Just Perfect.
Hi Paul, Thank you immensely for choosing our services to commemorate such a special occasion. We're thrilled to hear that the personalized pen was a hit as a wedding gift for your new wife! Engraving your wedding date on it was indeed a thoughtful touch, ensuring it's always close at hand. We're delighted that the use of Middleton Cork Whiskey Barrel added that extra personal connection, perfectly tailored to your wife's background and tastes. Richard
My bf LOVES his graduation present!
He’s always wanted a fountain pen and this shop has the most beautiful and cost-effective ones $115, which is such a steal
The customer service was awesome - they sent me a test engraving on the wood I picked so I was assured everything would be perfect.
Timeliness? It was sent out the day after I order. :)
I don’t when I’ll need another nice pen, but now I am tempted to buy them for everyone I know just so I can support this site.
Hi Alice, it was great to share in your excitement around this gift, thanks for the feedback it is very welcome, Richard
The pen does not have the colour as advertised. Also I and the recipient a collector of fountain pens and
whiskey fan was very dissapointed, that the pen did not include a certificate of authenticity. A qr code link to a standard descriptive page is not the same.
Thank you for your feedback Niall. We are genuinely sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations, especially as we take great pride in both our craftsmanship and our customer satisfaction.
Regarding the colour of the Irish Whiskey Oak, the wood we use is sourced from decommissioned barrel staves from the Midleton Distillery. Any variations in colour are entirely natural and arise from the whiskey distilling and ageing process itself — we never add dyes or treatments, as we wish to preserve the authenticity of the wood’s character. The difference in colour and grain pattern in the wood is your guarentee that your pen is unique.
In relation to the certificate of authenticity, we do not state that such a document is included. The barrels are officially decommissioned by Midleton Distillery and sold through a Cork-based company, from whom we purchase the staves directly. Each pen is accompanied by a digital fact sheet via QR code, providing details on the wood’s provenance and our handcrafting process.
We greatly value your comments and will reflect on them as part of our ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional Irish-made writing instruments.
Warm regards,
Richard & Catherine
Irish Pens
I bought this lovely pen as a wedding gifts for my new wife.
I had the date of our wedding engraved on it so she has no excuse about forgetting the date !!
It was made from Middleton Cork Whiskey Barrel , another personal touch as she is a Cork Gurl and likes the odd Whiskey.
Fantastic craftsmanship, extremely well presented and environmentally sound.
Just Perfect.
Hi Paul, Thank you immensely for choosing our services to commemorate such a special occasion. We're thrilled to hear that the personalized pen was a hit as a wedding gift for your new wife! Engraving your wedding date on it was indeed a thoughtful touch, ensuring it's always close at hand. We're delighted that the use of Middleton Cork Whiskey Barrel added that extra personal connection, perfectly tailored to your wife's background and tastes. Richard
My bf LOVES his graduation present!
He’s always wanted a fountain pen and this shop has the most beautiful and cost-effective ones $115, which is such a steal
The customer service was awesome - they sent me a test engraving on the wood I picked so I was assured everything would be perfect.
Timeliness? It was sent out the day after I order. :)
I don’t when I’ll need another nice pen, but now I am tempted to buy them for everyone I know just so I can support this site.
Hi Alice, it was great to share in your excitement around this gift, thanks for the feedback it is very welcome, Richard
The pen does not have the colour as advertised. Also I and the recipient a collector of fountain pens and
whiskey fan was very dissapointed, that the pen did not include a certificate of authenticity. A qr code link to a standard descriptive page is not the same.
Thank you for your feedback Niall. We are genuinely sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations, especially as we take great pride in both our craftsmanship and our customer satisfaction.
Regarding the colour of the Irish Whiskey Oak, the wood we use is sourced from decommissioned barrel staves from the Midleton Distillery. Any variations in colour are entirely natural and arise from the whiskey distilling and ageing process itself — we never add dyes or treatments, as we wish to preserve the authenticity of the wood’s character. The difference in colour and grain pattern in the wood is your guarentee that your pen is unique.
In relation to the certificate of authenticity, we do not state that such a document is included. The barrels are officially decommissioned by Midleton Distillery and sold through a Cork-based company, from whom we purchase the staves directly. Each pen is accompanied by a digital fact sheet via QR code, providing details on the wood’s provenance and our handcrafting process.
We greatly value your comments and will reflect on them as part of our ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional Irish-made writing instruments.
Warm regards,
Richard & Catherine
Irish Pens
I bought this lovely pen as a wedding gifts for my new wife.
I had the date of our wedding engraved on it so she has no excuse about forgetting the date !!
It was made from Middleton Cork Whiskey Barrel , another personal touch as she is a Cork Gurl and likes the odd Whiskey.
Fantastic craftsmanship, extremely well presented and environmentally sound.
Just Perfect.
Hi Paul, Thank you immensely for choosing our services to commemorate such a special occasion. We're thrilled to hear that the personalized pen was a hit as a wedding gift for your new wife! Engraving your wedding date on it was indeed a thoughtful touch, ensuring it's always close at hand. We're delighted that the use of Middleton Cork Whiskey Barrel added that extra personal connection, perfectly tailored to your wife's background and tastes. Richard
My bf LOVES his graduation present!
He’s always wanted a fountain pen and this shop has the most beautiful and cost-effective ones $115, which is such a steal
The customer service was awesome - they sent me a test engraving on the wood I picked so I was assured everything would be perfect.
Timeliness? It was sent out the day after I order. :)
I don’t when I’ll need another nice pen, but now I am tempted to buy them for everyone I know just so I can support this site.
Hi Alice, it was great to share in your excitement around this gift, thanks for the feedback it is very welcome, Richard