Beer From : Ireland

McGraths Irish Red

mcgraths

Who makes it? The ClanMconnel Brewing Company, one of the great new lights on the Northern Irish brewery scene. Where’s it from? The company is based in Waringstown, County Down, a village that – before the ClanMconnel showed up – hadn’t seen brewing for some 180 years. What does it taste like? Medium-bodies, with caramel [...]

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Belfast Lager

belfast lager

Who makes it? The Whitewater Brewery in Belfast, Northern Ireland’s largest microbrewery. They’re the same folks that make the rich Clotworthy Dobbin and the Belfast Ale. Where’s it from? The brewery is based by Kilkeel in County Down, roughly half an hour’s drive from Newry. What does it taste like? A crisp, full-flavoured continental-style lager. [...]

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Clotworthy Dobbin

clotworthy_dobbin

Who makes it? Whitewater, Northern Ireland’s largest microbrewery makes Belfast Ale. The brewery, which was established in 1996, was listed as one of the best microbreweries in the world in 2007 by the judging panel at the International Beer Challenge. Where’s it from? It comes from right here in Ireland. More specifically, you’ll find Clotworthy [...]

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Belfast Ale

belfast_ale

Who makes it? Whitewater, Northern Ireland’s largest microbrewery makes Belfast Ale. The brewery, which was established in 1996, was listed as one of the best microbreweries in the world in 2007 by the judging panel at the International Beer Challenge. Where’s it from? Like many of the beers on show at the Lughnasa Beer Festival, [...]

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Hophead

hophead

Who makes it? This pale ale is produced by The Porterhouse Brewing Company, founded by Liam La Hart and Oliver Hughes. The chain now has 6 premises across the Ireland and the UK, but still remains committed to the top ingredients and craftsmanship that helped spearhead Ireland’s craft beer renaissance. Where’s it from? Some of [...]

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Hersbrucker Pilsner

hersbruker

Who makes it? This pilsner is produced by The Porterhouse Brewing Company, founded by Liam La Hart and Oliver Hughes. The chain now has 6 premises across the Ireland and the UK, but still remains committed to the top ingredients and craftsmanship that helped spearhead Ireland’s craft beer renaissance. Where’s it from? Some of their [...]

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Celebration Stout

Porter House Dublin

Who makes it? This stout is produced by The Porterhouse Brewing Company, founded by Liam La Hart and Oliver Hughes. The chain now has 6 premises across the Ireland and the UK, but still remains committed to the top ingredients and craftsmanship that helped spearhead Ireland’s craft beer renaissance. Where’s it from? Some of their [...]

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Wrasslers XXXX

wrasslers

Who makes it? This stout is produced by The Porterhouse Brewing Company, founded by Liam La Hart and Oliver Hughes. The chain now has 6 premises across the Ireland and the UK, but still remains committed to the top ingredients and craftsmanship that helped spearhead Ireland’s craft beer renaissance. Where’s it from? Some of their [...]

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Oyster Stout

porterhouse oyster stout

Who makes it? This stout is produced by The Porterhouse Brewing Company, founded by Liam La Hart and Oliver Hughes. The chain now has 6 premises across the Ireland and the UK, but still remains committed to the top ingredients and craftsmanship that helped spearhead Ireland’s craft beer renaissance. Where’s it from? Some of their [...]

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Plain Porter

plain porter

Who makes it? This porter is produced by The Porterhouse Brewing Company, founded by Liam La Hart and Oliver Hughes. The chain now has 6 premises across the Ireland and the UK, but still remains committed to the top ingredients and craftsmanship that helped spearhead Ireland’s craft beer renaissance. Where’s it from? Some of their [...]

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Porterhouse Red Ale

porterhouse red

Who makes it? This ale is produced by The Porterhouse Brewing Company, founded by Liam La Hart and Oliver Hughes. Where’s it from? Much of the brewing takes place in the company’s brewpub in Temple Bar, Dublin. What does it taste like? Not as sweet as some Irish red ales, Porterhouse Red has a complex [...]

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Brain Blásta

brain blasta

Who makes it? This ale is produced by The Porterhouse Brewing Company, founded by Liam La Hart and Oliver Hughes. The chain now has 6 premises across the Ireland and the UK, but still remains committed to the top ingredients and craftsmanship that helped spearhead Ireland’s craft beer renaissance. Where’s it from? Much of the [...]

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Black Rock Irish Stout

Black-Rock

Who makes it? The Dungarvan Brewing Company, a small company founded by two brothers-in-law and their wives. They use traditional methods to make their three varieties, which are all named after local landmarks. Where’s it from? Somewhat predictably, this beer comes from Dungarvan, Co. Waterford in the heart of the sunny south east. What does [...]

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Copper Coast Red Ale

Copper-Coast

Who makes it? The Dungarvan Brewing Company, a small company founded by two brothers-in-law and their wives. They use traditional methods to make their three varieties, which are all named after local landmarks. Where’s it from? Somewhat predictably, this beer comes from Dungarvan, Co. Waterford in the heart of the sunny south east. What does [...]

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Helvick Gold Blonde Ale

Helvick-Gold

Who makes it? The Dungarvan Brewing Company, a small company founded by two brothers-in-law and their wives. They use traditional methods to make their three varieties, which are all named after local landmarks. Where’s it from? Somewhat predictably, this beer comes from Dungarvan, Co. Waterford in the heart of the sunny south east. What does [...]

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