On August 5, the world will bake in honor of one of the world’s oldest beverages, and International Beer Day is the perfect excuse to get merry. A trip to Ireland among famous breweries, Craft microbreweries and pubs Scattered in counties across the island.
In addition to big names such as Guinness, Murphy’s, Smithwick or Beamish, which are internationally known, Independent craft scenewith 170 reality, is literally in full swing, and it’s worth a closer look to understand the variety and passion with which the different productions were created. A tour of medieval wells, pairings with oysters, customizable cans, and community breweries! That too should be done on a bicycle…

International Beer Day: Irish beers to celebrate

One of the most prominent artisan brands Franciscan Well Brewery Cork, built on the site of an ancient monastery and still with a working well, dates back to 1219, and is a precious resource for the birth of the brewery. Its beers have won many international awards and are popular all over the island: they are very special, depending on your taste you can ask for a Rebel Red, a Friar Weiss, a Chieftain IPA or a Robusta (in taste, but not degrees, i.e. 4.3) Shandon Stout. The best way to find them all together is to visit the Franciscan Well Brewpub, where you can test your preferences and discover the true atmosphere of an Irish pub.

Irish craft beer on the Wild Atlantic Way

An address is essential on the way Wild Atlantic Way In the city of oysters, some beers — especially highly roasted stouts — bring out their intense, “fatty” flavor best. Dubiously called Atlantic Brewery Galway Bay Brewery, like the city that hosts it, has been able to renew ancient techniques to produce beers rich in body and aroma. Their Full Sail IPA, a red Galway Bay and stout sea brewed with chocolate milk, is a reference point for the entire Irish brewing community. This brewery has several pubs across the island The Dew Drop In A Galway, Gas works Also in Dublin Northern lights In Belfast. A perfect opportunity to experiment and see how good beer and seafood can be Galway International Oyster and Seafood FestivalScheduled from 22nd to 25th September 2022.

Pubs to discover in Ireland’s hidden hearts

Another area not to be missed is the green heart of the island Ireland’s Hidden Hearts, holds quite a few breweries to discover. To enjoy a special view, the right name Dead Center Brewing of Athlone (), County Westmeath, installed a magnificent copper-clad boiler in his pub overlooking the waters of the River Shannon. The view is spectacular, and you can take tours to discover all the stages of artisan brewing, including packaging into cans. In line with the latest trends, this brewery dedicates itself to aluminum (also in terms of recycling) and offers the small batches it produces, with the labels possible to customize.

in the area ofThe Ancient East of IrelandA rapidly growing reality Dungarvan Brewing Company, microbrewery traditional style in bottles, cans or kegs. As with other small-scale handicraft industries, the supply chain is local and very small. Completely vegan friendly, it is a Great place To quench thirst After a bike ride on the Waterford GroveMaybe with someone Greenway Waterford Pale Ale Or with refreshing citrus notes Fascinating orange.

In experiences with big brands, and AA must visit To the very famous Guinness StorehouseNot to be missed Smithwick’s experience In Kilkenny, House of the Irish red beer par excellence is suggested, brewing since 1710. Updated and improved, this experience was recently reactivated and offers a fascinating story to discover one of the island’s most famous beers, sip by sip.

and Northern Irish beers

There is certainly no shortage of Northern Irish beers to discover, both established realities and new names. A beautiful and excellent example is the Community Cooperative of the famous Causeway Coastal Route: Lacada Brewery Ltd, producing very good beers such as East The Beast (from the name surfers gave to a wave in the area); Dunluce Juice, named after the historic Dunluce Castle (one of the memorable points of “Game of Thrones”), Rathlin Gold taken from the island of the same name, an extraordinary natural paradise. The perfect place to enjoy it, paired perfectly? Harris ShackOverlooking Portstewart’s vast coastline: a charmingly informal setting and a bit of a surfer, it serves exquisite fish, shellfish and seafood caught in the waters right outside its doors.

On the other hand, those who want to hear a true masterclass should definitely go Walled City Brewery of Derry-Londonderry. Crafted by its talented brewers over 9,000 years of history, you can enjoy 10 craft beers with your meal.

is another reference point White water brewerY, in County Down, is set on a fifth generation family farm offering spectacular views of the wild landscape of the Morne Mountains. Strongly Recommended: Spend some time at the Tap House, where you can enjoy a variety of award-winning whitewater beers.

If there’s one thing the Irish do well, it’s brew a good pint! A day of tasting and exploring the island’s brewery trail is a great way to take pride in the authentic atmosphere and traditions and make beautiful encounters.

Also read this: Ireland: 10 nature spots for your next trip

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