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Dingle Brewery Company

Spa Road, Dingle, Ireland
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Ranked #6 of 14 activities in Dingle
Type: Breweries
Owner description: The brewery is based the old creamery building on Spa Rd.,Dingle. Opened in 1888 the creamery became the economic epicenter of the Dingle Peninsula... more » Owner description: The brewery is based the old creamery building on Spa Rd.,Dingle. Opened in 1888 the creamery became the economic epicenter of the Dingle Peninsula and was a vital commercial center for the area, especially after 1916 and the following troubled years which had left the economy, especially agriculture, in a perilous state. The owners of Dingle Brewing Co., have been mindful of the place that this building has in the history of the area and have lovingly restored it, retaining its charm and character. By running the brewery and also offering tours to the general public and tourist market the Dingle Brewing Co. hope to restore the level of importance which this building had previously enjoyed and make it an essential part of the Dingle experience as well as providing employment for people in the town. As well as offering tours they will be producing ‘Tom Crean’s’ Premium Irish Lager’, the first pint of which will be poured, quite fittingly, in the South Pole Pub, Annascaul, Co. Kerry. The very pub, which the great man Tom Crean ran after retiring from his Antarctic expeditions. The lager will be available initially in selected osupplied as demand dictates. The Dingle Brewing Co. is aiming to rejuvenate the unique atmosphere of socialising in an Irish pub by producing a premium Irish lager which will appeal to both the public and the publican alike and provide a focal point for friends to get together, enjoying that unique atmosphere, each others company and a pint or a glass of ‘Crean’s’ « less
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

I found this place while researching our trip to ireland...so glad i did.... Made for a fun stop...they were pretty new and literally putting the place together... Self guided tour which was fine! Enjoyed the historic building.... I was lucky in that their first shipment of tom crean lager bottles came in so i brought one back to states (indiana)... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013 via mobile

My husband does craft brewing and is in brew clubs so going here was his favorite part of Dingle. He loved how small the brewery was and walking around the tanks. I dont drink beer so my opinion on the taste isnt trustworthy. He felt the lager was good- clean with some flavor. Overall its a nice stop when heading... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

The Dingle Brewing company located just outside the town is well worth a visit, My wife and I visited there recently and sampled their Tom Crean fresh Irish lager. A refreshing lager and good conversation. Loved the old tractor seat bar stools. Oh yes if you are thinking of visiting the Dingle area stay out of the town center. It... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013 via mobile

Arrived just after 12 with my son for a quick look around and to buy some beer before driving home. Tour was €7 and include a free beer ( as I was driving the beer was not an option ) , I asked about buying a six pack as I was not willing to pay €7 for a self guided... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2013 via mobile

Great opportunity to sample a recently launched local brew from Dingle. The self-guided tour is brief, and gives a sense of how the brew is made, as well as its connection to Tom Crean himself. Laid back but informative, the highlight of the tour was the chance to sample a pint with the charming manager, Steven, who also shared some... More

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Dublin, Tipperary, Ireland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2013

Crispy & Refreshing,One would explore the World to find one of the best lagers ever. A new Kindom from Kerry

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DingleBrewingCo, Manager at Dingle Brewery Company, responded to this review
7 February 2013

Thanks Carl for the high praise. If your passing pop in, a Tom Crean's fresh Irish Lager awaits you. Regards, Steven More

Madrid, Spain
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2013

While in Dingle I thought I'd check out the latest attraction in this wonderful town. It's situated in the old Creamery and while the installation is modest, the enthusiasm of the crew is obvious. There is nothing better than after a visit to a brewery to visit their bar and shoot the breeze with one of the brewers. I even... More

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DingleBrewingCo, Manager at Dingle Brewery Company, responded to this review
7 February 2013

Hi Bren, Thanks for a lovely review and thanks for becoming a valued shareholder at the Dingle Brewing Company. Regards, Steven More

Brookline, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2012

The tour was self guided but gave a nice history about Tom Creams, the name sake of their beer, and you got to enjoy a pint afterwards. We might have had a few more pints while chatting with the locals and the employee behind the bar since they were closing up soon. Overall we really enjoyed our time there and... More

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Los Angeles, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 November 2012

Neat, self-guided tour, and then you get a pint afterwards. Bartender is friendly, and folks come in just to order beer and strike up conversation. Check it out.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 October 2012

Great beer-amazing history behind the man-Tom Crean-made 2 trips to the Antarctic-the self guided tour gives you the details of this adventuresome man's life-and what a life it what !!! Good little beer-the tour and a pint is 6 euros-a nice walk-just outside the main drag !!

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