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The Red Standard: A Review of Smithwick’s Irish Red Ale
Today, I’m diving into a personal favorite style of mine—the Red Ale. Specifically, the legendary Smithwick’s Irish Red Ale . If you’ve spent any time exploring the world of stouts, you know that Guinness is the undisputed king. It’s rich, iconic, and consistently amazing. So, it stands to reason: if the folks at St. James’s Gate know how to master a dark stout, why wouldn't their other offerings be just as impressive? Score: 8.2 Location: Kilkenny, Ireland ABV: 4.5 Why I Lo
Rich lewis
Feb 122 min read


Forged Irish Stout – Does It Strike Gold or Miss the Mark?
This isn't just any new brew; it’s the passion project of MMA legend Conor McGregor, born out of his world famous pub, The Black Forge Inn, in Dublin.
Rich lewis
Feb 52 min read
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