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Independent. Local. Honest.

Blarney Brewing Company is an independent Cork brewery founded on a simple belief: great beer shouldn’t be overpriced or overcomplicated. We craft crisp, modern Irish beers with real flavour and wide appeal—designed to pour easy, drink well, and bring value back to the pint.

Where we started

The idea was sparked over a pint in Blarney’s Castle Hotel. From that moment, founder Pat Falvey set out to challenge the status quo—where beer prices kept creeping up and choice was controlled by macro brewers. By early 2024, he’d acquired and repurposed a brewhouse, partnered with hospitality expert Duncan Blair, and brought on seasoned brewer Ronan Russell, whose experience at leading Irish breweries gave the operation its technical backbone. Two years and €1 million later, Blarney Brewing Co was ready to pour.

We don’t just talk green

Our brewhouse uses a quarter of the energy of comparable operations thanks to high-efficiency heating and a modern brewing system. And with plans underway for a zero-carbon facility beside Inniscarra Lake, we’re building a circular brewing model that cuts waste, reduces water usage, and supports long-term growth—without draining the planet.

our beers

At Blarney Brewing Company, every beer we create is more than just a pint—it’s a quiet nod to the place we call home. Each style is named, brewed, and designed with a connection to the people, stories, and landmarks that define Blarney and its surroundings. As we grow, we’ll continue drawing from local legends, landscapes, and lore to inspire future releases—connecting every pour to a piece of Blarney’s story.

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Our Process

At Blarney Brewing Co., we keep things honest—not just in flavour, but in how we make every pint. Here’s a simple look at how our beer comes to life:

Milling

Cracking the Grain

We start by milling the malted barley to break the grain husks and expose the starches inside. This sets the stage for fermentation later on.

Milling

Cracking the Grain

We start by milling the malted barley to break the grain husks and expose the starches inside. This sets the stage for fermentation later on.

Milling

Cracking the Grain

We start by milling the malted barley to break the grain husks and expose the starches inside. This sets the stage for fermentation later on.

Mashing

Extracting the Good Stuff

The crushed grain is mixed with hot water in the mash tun. This activates natural enzymes that convert starches into sugars—creating a sweet liquid called wort.

Mashing

Extracting the Good Stuff

The crushed grain is mixed with hot water in the mash tun. This activates natural enzymes that convert starches into sugars—creating a sweet liquid called wort.

Mashing

Extracting the Good Stuff

The crushed grain is mixed with hot water in the mash tun. This activates natural enzymes that convert starches into sugars—creating a sweet liquid called wort.

Lautering

Separating the Wort

The wort is drained from the grain bed and filtered, leaving behind the solids. What’s left is clean, sugar-rich wort ready for the next step.

Lautering

Separating the Wort

The wort is drained from the grain bed and filtered, leaving behind the solids. What’s left is clean, sugar-rich wort ready for the next step.

Lautering

Separating the Wort

The wort is drained from the grain bed and filtered, leaving behind the solids. What’s left is clean, sugar-rich wort ready for the next step.

Boiling

Adding Flavour

The wort is brought to a boil and hops are added. Hops give bitterness, aroma, and balance to the sweetness of the malt.

Boiling

Adding Flavour

The wort is brought to a boil and hops are added. Hops give bitterness, aroma, and balance to the sweetness of the malt.

Boiling

Adding Flavour

The wort is brought to a boil and hops are added. Hops give bitterness, aroma, and balance to the sweetness of the malt.

Fermentation

Turning Sugar into Beer

After boiling, the wort is cooled and transferred to a fermenter. Yeast is added, and over several days it converts sugars into alcohol and CO₂—creating beer.

Fermentation

Turning Sugar into Beer

After boiling, the wort is cooled and transferred to a fermenter. Yeast is added, and over several days it converts sugars into alcohol and CO₂—creating beer.

Fermentation

Turning Sugar into Beer

After boiling, the wort is cooled and transferred to a fermenter. Yeast is added, and over several days it converts sugars into alcohol and CO₂—creating beer.

Conditioning

Letting It Mature

The beer is cooled and conditioned to allow flavours to settle and smooth out. This is where it gains clarity, carbonation, and balance.

Conditioning

Letting It Mature

The beer is cooled and conditioned to allow flavours to settle and smooth out. This is where it gains clarity, carbonation, and balance.

Conditioning

Letting It Mature

The beer is cooled and conditioned to allow flavours to settle and smooth out. This is where it gains clarity, carbonation, and balance.

Packaging

From Tank to Tap

Once it's ready, we package it for kegs or cans—fresh, clean, and ready to pour.

Packaging

From Tank to Tap

Once it's ready, we package it for kegs or cans—fresh, clean, and ready to pour.

Packaging

From Tank to Tap

Once it's ready, we package it for kegs or cans—fresh, clean, and ready to pour.

Our Team

Pat Falvey

Founder

A serial entrepreneur and lifelong beer lover, Pat founded Blarney Brewing Company with a bold vision: to challenge the status quo of rising beer prices by brewing sustainably and efficiently. With a background in business and a passion for sustainability, Pat is the driving force behind our mission to make great beer more accessible.

Pat Falvey

Founder

Pat Falvey

Founder

Duncan Blair

Co-Founder

Duncan brings over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry to Blarney Brewing Company. With a deep understanding of customer experience and what makes a product resonate, he’s focused on building strong relationships with publicans and customers alike — always with the goal of delivering quality without compromise.

Duncan Blair

Co-Founder

Duncan Blair

Co-Founder

Ronan Russell

Co-Founder

With a wealth of brewing & distilling experience and an uncompromising commitment to quality, Ronan is the craftsman behind every pint of Blarney beer. From recipe development to perfecting our brewing processes, Ronan ensures every batch reflects our values: clean, crisp, and brewed with care.

Ronan Russell

Co-Founder

Ronan Russell

Co-Founder

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