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What Do You Know About Ireland's Oldest Brewery?

Add home-brewing to our list of culinary resolutions; recently, we received a DIY kit from Irish beer producer Smithwick's — along with a smattering of intriguing facts about the brewery, which just so happens to be Ireland's oldest beer-making operation.

by Susannah Chen

Smithwick's Brewery in Ireland Add home-brewing to our list of culinary resolutions; recently, we received a DIY kit from Irish beer producer Smithwick's — along with a smattering of intriguing facts about the brewery, which just so happens to be Ireland's oldest beer-making operation. The company, which is situated on the site of a Franciscan abbey, which was built in the 1300s, just celebrated its 300th anniversary. What do you know about Smithwick's — and Ireland's — brew-making legacy? Take our quiz to find out.

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Happy Hour: Smithwick's Irish Ale

Recently, my parents returned from a vacation in Ireland.

by partysugar

Recently, my parents returned from a vacation in Ireland.
Being as it was their first time in on the island, they eagerly sampled the local products, pubs, and pints. They picked up a fondness for a chocolate-colored, Irish ale named Smithwick’s (pronounced Smitiks). Their rave reviews made me curious, so when my dad invited me to join him at a local Irish pub, I jumped at the chance to taste the brew. Despite its dark color, the beer was surprisingly light and refreshing. The rich liquid was not bitter, but smooth, full, and stimulating. According to my father, the American Smithwick's lacked the frothy head of the brew he enjoyed in the old country, but I didn't mind, I thought it was delicious.

Have you ever tried Smithwick's? What do you think of the beer?

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