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.

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This Week's Must Try Wines from The Wine Sale
Sep 02, 2021 This Week's Must Try Wines from The Wine Sale

By Lorcan O'Brien | Wine Content Specialist With the launch of the O'Briens Annual Wine Sal...

Penfolds: Australia's Iconic First Growth
Aug 12, 2021 Penfolds: Australia's Iconic First Growth

By Lorcan O'Brien | Wine Content Specialist The O'Briens Wine Team are delighted to announc...

The 5 Best Australian Wines You Need To Try
Aug 10, 2021 The 5 Best Australian Wines You Need To Try

The Irish have enjoyed a long love affair with Australian wines, which are currently the third best-selling wines in the country (after ...

Our Favourite Bank Holiday Weekend Spirit Picks
Jul 27, 2021 Our Favourite Bank Holiday Weekend Spirit Picks

By Denis Smyth | Beer & Spirit Buyer  Everyone loves a Bank Holiday. When the three-day...

Five Wines To Make You Feel Like You're On Holiday Abroad
Jul 13, 2021 Five Wines To Make You Feel Like You're On Holi...

Most of us will be staying at home this summer, so here are five holiday-inspired wines that will transport you to warmer continental cl...

O'Briens Summer Gin Sale | New Arrivals
Jul 07, 2021 O'Briens Summer Gin Sale | New Arrivals

By Denis Smyth | Beer & Spirits Buyer   The O'Briens Summer Gin Sale is in full swing a...