The O'Briens Wine, Beer & Spirits Blog

Welcome to the O'Briens blog. If you’re looking for inspiration for your next wine purchase, tips on food matches or have always wanted to know the difference between Prosecco and Champagne, you'll find all that and more right here! From interviews and wine recommendations to cocktail recipes and expert tips, consider us your personal guide to all things wines, beers and spirits.

What’s Your Rosé Personality?

While rosé can be enjoyed year-round, it really comes into its own in summer and is just the thing for outdoor parties and barbecues. Not sure which one to go for? Our quick and easy guide will help you pick your perfect rosé.

Oct 29, 2019 Posh Pink - Premium Pink Gins

By Paul Barry | Assistant Buyer: Beer & Spirits Below are a few premium Irish options fo...

Festive Grape Press Part I - White & Sparkling Wines

Oct 26, 2019 Festive Grape Press Part I - White & Sparkling ...

By Lorcan O'Brien | Wine & Communications Manager As we enter the festive period our minds begin to stray towards what wines to serv...

Oct 25, 2019 Jameson Caskmates

By Paul Barry | Assistant Buyer: Beer & Spirits Many factors contribute to the flavour o...

Oct 25, 2019 What does it all mean? Irish Whiskey Styles

By Paul Barry | Assistant Buyer: Beer & Spirits Unpeated, triple distilled and blended. ...

The Restaurant | Virgin Media One | Episode 6 featuring Celebrity Chef, Tommy Martin

Oct 25, 2019 The Restaurant | Virgin Media One | Episode 6 f...

By Lorcan O'Brien | Wine & Communications Manager We are thrilled to announce our collab...

Oct 25, 2019 Sancerre Savvy

By Lorcan O'Briens | Wine & Communications Manager Sancerre has been around for a long ti...