Ireland’s craft beer scene is exploding, with breweries popping up across the country, delivering unique flavours that cater to every beer lover’s palate. Gone are the days when Ireland was solely defined by big-name stouts. Craft breweries are reinventing Irish beer culture, offering innovative takes on classic styles like IPAs, porters, lagers, and even experimental sour ales.

One standout brewery is Galway Bay Brewery, offering an incredible range of beers, from their easy-drinking pale ale, Full Sail, to the bold flavours of Of Foam and Fury. In Dublin, Rascals Brewing has become famous for its experimental beers, including unique flavours like a mint chocolate stout. Cork’s Franciscan Well Brewery, on the other hand, blends heritage with innovation, producing fantastic lagers and wheat beers that are favourites at festivals.

Craft beer tourism is growing in Ireland, with enthusiasts flocking to visit these breweries, sample their freshest pours, and enjoy guided tours. The White Hag in Sligo offers a fascinating look at beer-making, paired with tastings of their award-winning brews, like the fruity Little Fawn IPA. Pair this growing trend with Ireland’s love for festivals, and you have events like the Alltech Craft Brews & Food Fair in Dublin, celebrating local beer culture.

If you’re new to the craft beer revolution, start by sampling popular styles like IPAs or porters and work your way through some of the country’s best brews. Supporting local breweries means getting a taste of Irish creativity and dedication to the craft of beer-making.