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.

The 5 Best Wines To Try This Month

Whether you’re looking for a great wine to serve with your Easter lunch or are planning a get-together with friends and family this spring, we've picked out the perfect wines for you. And, even better, they're all on special offer!

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Oct 29, 2019 Apple Brandy, The Hows & Whys

By Paul Barry | Assistant Buyer: Beer & Spirits Distillation is an ancient process dating back at least as far as the Greek alchemis...

Oct 29, 2019 Lambic

By Paul Barry | Assistant Buyer: Beer & Spirits I enjoy introducing people to Lambic beer...

Oct 29, 2019 Hops for All

By Paul Barry | Assistant Buyer: Beer & Spirits Hops are one of the four basic ingredient...

Oct 29, 2019 Malt - How, What & Why

By Paul Barry | Assistant Buyer: Beer & Spirits There are four primary ingredients in beer, water, yeast, hops and grains (mostly ma...

Oct 29, 2019 A Right Pair - Whiskey & Beer

By Paul Barry | Assistant Buyer: Beer & Spirits This week I’m taking a look at Whiskey a...

Oct 29, 2019 NEIPA – This Seasons Must Have Style

By Paul Barry | Assistant Buyer: Beer & Spirits India Pale Ale continues to be a the most...