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Brehon Brewhouse
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Brehon Brewhouse is set amongst the grassy rolling drumlins outside Carrickmacross, County Monaghan, just a few miles from the birthplace of Irish poet Patrick Kavanagh. This craft ale brewhouse is steeped in 10 generations of history at the family's dairy farm and its old stone cottages. Join the tasting tour, sample the award winning brews and be entertained by the stories.

Brehon Brewhouse was founded by dairy farmer Seamus McMahon, who wanted to diversify his family homestead and so this Irish craft brewery was born. Brehon Brewhouse offers an immersive experience for craft beer enthusiasts in a cosy, intimate setting. The tours draw on the wealth of literary and familial history from the Carrickmacross and County Monaghan region.

See where it all began with a visit to the farm's milking parlour. This is followed by a trip to the brewery to see the master brewer and his apprentice at work. All brewing, bottling and canning is done on site to the highest quality using ingredients from the local farming community and eco friendly, unhurried methods.

Round off this experience with a tasting of Brehon Brewhouse's range in the historic family home. Here you will enjoy more nuggets of history about the famous local poet Patrick Kavanagh and tales of the characters who lived in the area.

Tours are generally given on Saturdays. Larger group tours can be arranged for any day. Anyone interested in the micro brewing process, the Irish dairy farming industry or Irish history will not be disappointed. In fact, you may discover a new favourite brew.

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  • Located off the beaten path in the peaceful historic surroundings of County Monaghan.
  • Seamus is an entertaining storyteller sharing tales of the ten generations of his family history at the farm.
  • Finish your tour with a tasting in the historic family home.
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Dunelty, Co. Monaghan, Ireland
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We recommend planning to spend up to 2 hours here.

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