A few more Double IPAs floating around the ether and picking up where I left off, Whiplash is renowned across the island of Ireland as one of our best beer makers. Brewer Alex recently paid a visit to the Portrush Beer and Food Festival where he poured some of his sought after beers, including DIPA Let…… Continue reading DIPA Delights Pt 2
DIPAs aka Double IPAs aka Damned Tasty Beasts. I know that’s DTB but cut me some slack here. If you’re an IPA fan then there’s a good chance (if you haven’t tried already) that you’d love a double IPA. Hoppier and stronger than a standard IPA, double IPAS are widespread across the Irish market at…… Continue reading DIPA Delights Pt 1
“Anyone who does this all by themselves can’t be making that much money.” A stark comment made by Gordy Fallis of the County Fermanagh brewery formerly known as Inishmacsaint. I say formerly as it’s been all change for the Derrygonnelly man in the past twelve months. I have no doubt it’s a massive struggle for…… Continue reading ‘Return of the Saint’ Fermanagh Style
County Down brewery Bullhouse began life in earnest in 2016 on a part-time basis with owner Willy Mayne hoping that one day his passion for beer and brewing could turn over enough stock to make a living. That time has come and after jacking in his full-time job in account management, Bullhouse is now operating…… Continue reading All Go at the Bullhouse
The 2nd Portrush Beer and Food Festival has just ended and if you missed it, you fool! A three day smorgasbord of some of the top Irish brews in a small County Antrim seaside town, out of season, should not be sniffed at. The venue was once again the town hall, an issue I’ll come…… Continue reading The Port Took a Whiplashing
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