Made in Kilkenny, Ireland, Smithwick’s is an Irish red ale. Tasty and creamy, it is served in most Irish pubs, and is said to have some rivalry with its Guinness, Murphy and Beamish counterparts. However, there are major differences, both in terms of taste and appearance…
Smithwick’s beer brewery was founded in 1710 by John Smithwick, on the ruins of a 13th-century abbey in Cork. As a reference, the brewery became known as “St Francis Abbey”, and soon began producing russet ales for draught pubs.
After just a few years of production, Smithwick’s (pronounced Smit-icks) established itself as an excellent brewery, mass-producing thousands of casks of beer all over Ireland.
Although somewhat neglected in favor of dark beers, Smitwick’s has nonetheless earned its letters of nobility and was recently acquired by Guinness. Nowadays, they’re rarely found in France and the rest of Europe, but you’ll be sure to find them in any self-respecting pub in Ireland.
Light and pleasant on the palate, Smithwick’s has a very light, almost glowing color. Enhanced by a very light creamy surface, it offers a soft, sweet aroma, exacerbated by a finely pronounced bitterness. Far less strong than a dark beer, it’s an excellent compromise for those who like their beers not too strong.
In Ireland, Smithwick’s is available both on draught and in cans. The floating widget system is available in cans, providing a beer of the same quality as a draught beer. With around 4% alcohol, Smithwick’s is a pleasure to drink… in moderation!
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