Author Archives: simonbroderick

Yesterday afternoon I went along to check out the action at the Irish Craft Beer Festival in the RDS. I started off with Sullivan’s Maltings Red Ale. This beer is very new on the Irish market but the family have … Continue reading →

This year’s Irish Craft Beer Festival kicks off on the 8th of September and runs until the 10th in the RDS. I’m hoping to replace my rather nice glass (not that one! ^^^) which only smashed last month. I may … Continue reading →

I was in Don’s Bar over the weekend and Don had a nice wee surprise for me. Marcus from Reel Deel had sent down a pair of beers from Crossmolina for me to try. Finn’s Knowledge Ale was released as … Continue reading →

Skelly’s held their second Beer Festival in Ballymahon yesterday. They had beers from St Mel’s, Black Donkey, Soulwater and Franciscan Well pouring.  I started off with Black Donkey’s Western Warrior. It’s a straight up Lager with none of your fancy … Continue reading →

Iconic American brewery Sweetwater’s beers are going to be available in Ireland from next week. This is a considerable coup, as it’s the first time they have exported their beer. They only agreed to it because Rye River Brewing Company … Continue reading →