In case you’re looking for some standard Irish beers for the day … and some less famous cousins, here is your list:
Top Irish Beers
Guinness. Seen as the standard. Everyone knows about the pint of Guinness. For a curveball, try the Guinness Blonde – it’s actually quite good!
Smithwick’s. It’s my personal favorite from Ireland. This one has been around since the early 18th century.
Kilkenny. Fantastic irish cream ale, not what the South Park boys do every week.
Harp. Crisp and light – it’s the anti-stout/cream beer for those who need a break from the thicker stuff. It’s the other half of the infamous black and tan.
Murphy’s. They have a stout and a red – most similar to Smithwick’s (and why I love it so), it’s a great selection when you can find it.
O’Hara’s Celtic Stout. Award-winning stout that claims to be how stouts used to taste.
Porterhouse Oyster Stout. From the largest independent brewery in Ireland. They’re growing in popularity and size. Expect this one to be more readily available in the coming years.
So, what are you having tonight?
