Despite the industrial revolution bringing an end to most independent breweries across the country, Belfast was once regarded as one of the biggest beer exporting ports throughout all of Ireland - and it’s all thanks to the thriving distilling and brewing companies in the area and beyond at the time.
Now, with years of experience, dedication and passion under their wings, Northern Ireland is once again home to a wealth of breweries crafting a multitude of beers, ciders and flavour profiles.
Check out our guide of 13 breweries you can visit in Northern Ireland.
Additional reporting by Conor McAteer.
5. Mourne Mountains Brewery, Warrenpoint
Founded in 2015 and found at the foothills of the Mourne Mountains, Mourne Mountains Brewery combines internationally-sourced whole leaf hops, brewing malt and a water supply from the high Mournes to brew a diverse range of beers. For more information, go to www.mournemountainsbrewery.com/ Photo: Image from mournemountainsbrewery.com
6. Modest Beer, Randalstown
Born in Holywood and now located in Randalstown, Modest Beer is a small, independent brewery that believes in simplicity when it comes to beer. With core beers available alongside limited edition brews, Modest Beer offers a variety of good ales done great. For more information, go to www.modestbeer.co.uk/ Photo: Image from Modest Beer via Facebook
7. Farmageddon Brewing Co-Op, Comber
Found just outside of Belfast, Farmageddon Brewing Co-Op is a micro brewery with sustainability at its heart. Focused on having a passion for brewing and using only the finest of ingredients, Farmageddon’s limited edition batches offer experimental drinkers a range of unique and innovative flavours. For more information, go to farmageddonbrewing.com/ Photo: Image from pexels.com
8. Bullhouse Brewery Company, Belfast
Founded in 2016, Bullhouse Brew Co is dedicated to transparency, curiosity, community and creativity when it comes to beer and supporting their local communities and environments. With environmental sustainability at its core, Bullhouse brings you styles of beers typically not found in Northern Ireland. For more information, go to bullhousebrewco.com/ Photo: Image from Bullhouse Brew Co via Facebook