The saying goes in Ireland, you’re either a Jameson or a Bushmills person. So which are you? In reality, both are iconic Irish whiskey brands known worldwide but today we’re going to dig into where Bushmills Whiskey originates from. If you’re a big fan of whiskey and you’re planning to visit Northern Ireland then a … Read more
It’s arguably our most famous export. It’s known by many names. A pint of plain, the black stuff, a pint of stout (which almost exclusively only means one thing in Ireland, unless you’re in Cork…), but where is Guinness made? Guinness is one of the most famous beers in the world and was first brewed … Read more
Butter is included in the diets of many people from across the world. From smothering it on toast in the morning to using it for baking cakes it’s long been a staple pantry item because of its versatility but Irish butter does seem to be better than most… Even if we do say so ourselves. … Read more
Guinness is renowned for being one of the most famous beers in the world, with its distinctive black colour and its unique ‘Harp’ logo which are synonymous with the Emerald Isle. If you’ve never had the opportunity to try a pint of Guinness, you’re probably going to be wondering what it tastes like. We’ll give … Read more
Irish whiskey, sometimes known as “Uisce beatha” here on the Emerald Isle (literally meaning “water of life”), is famed globally for its smoothness and triple-distillation method. It’s crafted exclusively in Ireland and is a beloved tipple in the UK, United States and elsewhere across the globe. What is Irish Whiskey? Irish whiskey is a global … Read more
Potentially due to the huge Irish diaspora that exists worldwide, the fact that it’s a Christian holiday, the popularity of Guinness, or the fact that there’s an Irish bar in every city across the globe (well it feels like that at times…), St Patrick’s Day is a big deal. It’s one of those traditional feast … Read more
When hearing of Ireland, Guinness is probably one of the first things you think of. From the famous logo, to the iconic black silhouette, the thick, creamy stout has gained a reputation for being one of Ireland’s most famous exports. However, you might not be aware that Ireland isn’t actually the biggest consumer of Guinness … Read more
Irish bacon is just bacon from the loin, rather than the belly, of a big. However, that answer does not justify how important bacon has been to Ireland’s history. Throughout this article, we’ll talk about what Irish bacon is, how it’s made, and why it’s so crucial to the Irish people. What is Irish Bacon? … Read more
Guinness might possibly be the biggest liquid export from the Emerald Isle, but Ireland has long been famous for its whiskey exports. From the classic Jameson v Bushmills argument (which do you prefer?), to brands like Tullamore and Teeling, to the fact that Bushmills is the oldest working whiskey distillery in the world, having first … Read more
You might have heard the term “Irish Potatoes” but what does it actually mean? We’ll look at what exactly Irish potatoes are and the history behind one of our nations most important foods. What are Irish Potatoes? What we know as “Irish Potatoes” are essentially just a variation of white potatoes. This might sound too … Read more