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4 1/2″ H, comes with gift box

The Glencairn Crystal Nosing Glass is specifically designed to optimize the whiskey drinking experience. The unique shape of the glass allows the whiskey drinker to experience all the nuances and complexities of fine whiskey.

The Stag is a symbol of male fertility, the fertility of the forest, and the renewal of nature. The McCarthy family (Neville’s Mum’s side) coat of arms features a Red Stag.

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The Glencairn Crystal Nosing Glass is specifically designed to optimize the whiskey drinking experience. The unique shape of the glass allows the whiskey drinker to experience all the nuances and complexities of fine whiskey. Uisge Beatha translates to “Water of Life”.

4 1/2″ H, comes with gift box

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The Glencairn Crystal Nosing Glass is specifically designed to optimize the whiskey drinking experience. The unique shape of the glass allows the whiskey drinker to experience all the nuances and complexities of fine whiskey.

4 1/2″ H, comes with gift box

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The Glencairn Crystal Nosing Glass is specifically designed to optimize the whiskey drinking experience. The unique shape of the glass allows the whiskey drinker to experience all the nuances and complexities of fine whiskey.

4 1/2″ H, comes with gift box

alt= glencairn engraved with England crest sitting next to glencairn box on a grey background

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The Glencairn Crystal Nosing Glass is specifically designed to optimize the whiskey drinking experience. The unique shape of the glass allows the whiskey drinker to experience all the nuances and complexities of fine whiskey.

4 1/2″ H, comes with gift box

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The Glencairn Crystal Nosing Glass is specifically designed to optimize the whiskey drinking experience. The unique shape of the glass allows the whiskey drinker to experience all the nuances and complexities of fine whiskey.

Featuring the Welsh Dragon and “Cymru” (“Wales” in the Welsh language).

4 1/2″ H, comes with gift box

Ogham Wishes Framed Wall Art

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Ogham is the ancient Celtic script found carved on standing stones throughout the Celtic lands. Artist Ethel Kelly created Ogham Wishes, a unique, award-winning range of wall art. Ethel’s studio is located in Co. Roscommon, Ireland. Ogham Wishes are hand painted on handmade paper and beautifully presented in wood frames.

Single Ogham Wishes measure 11″x6″ and include the Irish and English words.

Custom orders also available; please email info@donegal.com to inquire.

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The Guardian Angel From Wild Goose Studio plaque is an example of simplicity and elegance. Words have been cherished in Ireland since the first lines were carved on Ogham stones. They are celebrated in song, poetry and everyday conversation. Tradition teaches us that there have always been angels and that we all have an angel to watch over us. One who will come to us when we call. This is a thoughtful gift to celebrate the birth of a new baby.

Many of our pieces reflect our Celtic history. A rich history with stone carvings and evocative language. Others are inspired by contemporary authors, philosophers, and the moments and milestones. Each of these shapes our human experience and connect us together.

Guardian Angel From Wild Goose Studio is proudly made in Kinsale, Co. Cork, Ireland

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Saint Patrick’s Plate is a cookbook by acclaimed Irish chef, author, and storyteller Terry McCoy. This unique book intertwines the legends of St. Patrick with recipes featuring the culinary history of his era. Saint Patrick’s Plate contains 60 easy to produce recipes, beautifully illustrated images and photos, all interspersed with stories and legends. Donegal Square is pleased to offer signed copies of Saint Patrick’s Plate cookbook!

The recipes utilize cooking methods and ingredients that were available in the 5th century. The food and cooking in St. Patrick’s time was healthy, high in energy, and free from preservatives. Saint Patrick’s Plate embraces the recent “roots to shoots” movement and explores a healthy diet, inspired by the saint and his saga, with ingredients still available today.

Saint Patrick’s Plate has something for everyone, from first-time cooks to more accomplished chefs. Recipes include fabulous seafood dishes, tasty snacks and starters, mouth-watering desserts, as well as homemade stocks, pasta, jams, cheese, wine, beer, gin and much more.

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The Hope For Life Baseball Cap was designed so each of the six vibrant colors has a significance. Pink represents Breast Cancer, light blue for Prostate Cancer, lime green for Lymphoma, lavender for All Cancers, white for Lung Cancer, and Purple to honor Caregivers. Adjustable size fits all.

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The Hope For Life Baseball Cap was designed so each of the six vibrant colors has a significance. Pink represents Breast Cancer, light blue for Prostate Cancer, lime green for Lymphoma, lavender for All Cancers, white for Lung Cancer, and Purple to honor Caregivers.  Navy w/ tartan brim. Adjustable size fits all.

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The Hope For Life Cummerbund was designed so each of the six vibrant colors has a significance. Pink represents Breast Cancer, light blue for Prostate Cancer, lime green for Lymphoma, lavender for All Cancers, white for Lung Cancer, and Purple to honor Caregivers.

Once the tartan was developed, Donegal Square enlisted its customer base to name the tartan. The name “Hope for Life” was chosen because of our hope that someday cancer research will result in a cure.

These one of a kind tartan items are handcrafted in Scotland of 100% wool.  A generous portion of the profit from the sale of these products will benefit the American Cancer Society and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Adjustable to 40″

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The Hope For Life Lightweight Scarf Gents was designed so each of the six vibrant colors has a significance. Pink represents Breast Cancer, light blue for Prostate Cancer, lime green for Lymphoma, lavender for All Cancers, white for Lung Cancer, and Purple to honor Caregivers.

Once the tartan was developed, Donegal Square enlisted its customer base to name the tartan. The name “Hope for Life” was chosen because of our hope that someday cancer research will result in a cure.

These one of a kind tartan items are handcrafted in Scotland of 100% wool.  A generous portion of the profit from the sale of these products will benefit the American Cancer Society and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. 10″ W x 58″ L

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The Hope For Life Tam Cap Wool was designed so each of the six vibrant colors has a significance. Pink represents Breast Cancer, light blue for Prostate Cancer, lime green for Lymphoma, lavender for All Cancers, white for Lung Cancer, and Purple to honor Caregivers.

Once the tartan was developed, Donegal Square enlisted its customer base to name the tartan. The name “Hope for Life” was chosen because of our hope that someday cancer research will result in a cure.

These one of a kind tartan items are handcrafted in Scotland of 100% wool.  A generous portion of the profit from the sale of these products will benefit the American Cancer Society and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Elasticized; one size fits most

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The Hope For Life Waistcoat Wool was designed so each of the six vibrant colors has a significance. Pink represents Breast Cancer, light blue for Prostate Cancer, lime green for Lymphoma, lavender for All Cancers, white for Lung Cancer, and Purple to honor Caregivers.

Once the tartan was developed, Donegal Square enlisted its customer base to name the tartan. The name “Hope for Life” was chosen because of our hope that someday cancer research will result in a cure.

These one of a kind tartan items are handcrafted in Scotland of 100% wool.  A generous portion of the profit from the sale of these products will benefit the American Cancer Society and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. available in 40, 42, 44,

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Enjoy your whiskey to the fullest when drinking from one of these distinctive pewter vessels engraved with our Red Stag logo. Each glass is numbered and has a wide bottom to encourage warming and swirling while showing off the color of the whiskey. They have a more tapered mouth than a snifter glass to allow […]

My entrepreneurial journey began at age 11 in my mother's dress shop in Northern Ireland. After moving to America following a field hockey romance in 1978, I was working as a Civil Engineer in Pennsylvania. When my Dad was diagnosed with a terminal illness, I realized how difficult it was to squeeze in trips back home. Dad's illness became the catalyst for starting a business that would allow me to travel home routinely.

In February 1985, Donegal Square was born—a cultural bridge inspired by my Irish upbringing. Over the decades, my wife Linda and I have developed the shop and helped establish the Celtic Cultural Alliance and Celtic Classic Festival. Today, we've created a warm haven where visitors are "instantly transported across the Atlantic to Ireland...no passport required," offering authentic Celtic gifts in an atmosphere that feels like visiting the old country with friends.

Hey, I'm Neville,
The founder behind Donegal Square & McCarthy's Red Stag Pub

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