It is hard to overstate John Teeling's impact on the Irish whiskey industry. He took on an Irish whiskey monopoly and helped bring interest back into a dying industry.

Then after selling his distillery, he bought another and this one is fostering the growth of the modern Irish whiskey craft industry -  supplying fine spirits to new distilleries looking to establish their brands before releasing their own spirits.

He is a legend with humble beginnings. Truly a self-made man, a gentleman, and a roll model for the industry. Here is his story in his own words.