Brewing Insights

Setting up a brewery on a rural farm on the Wild Atlantic Way was not without its challenges. Here we offer an insight into those challenges, how we got started and more importantly, how we kept on going.

Western Herd Blue Jumper IPA Calorie count

10.10.2024

How Many Calories Are Really in Your Western Herd?

When it comes to enjoying a pint, we often hear the term “beer belly” thrown around. But is your beer really the culprit, or is it a mix of other habits? Let’s break it down and put the calorie count in some perspective, especially when it comes to Western Herd’s…

When it comes to enjoying a pint, we often hear the term “beer belly” thrown around. But is your beer really the

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08.12.2023

West Coast IPA Vs East Coast IPA

This week saw the launch of Forge which we describe as a New England IPA or East Coast IPA. Blue Jumper is our take on a West Coast IPA but what exactly is the difference between these two very popular beer styles? There are some very easy ways to tell…

This week saw the launch of Forge which we describe as a New England IPA or East Coast IPA. Blue Jumper is

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07.12.2023

Forge-d in Clare

During lockdown when we were all confined to our own 5km radius we really took the time to notice and appreciate our environment. Walking past the Centurial Sphere as you enter the town of Ennis everyday led us to Conor Murray, the 5th generation blacksmith from The Forge in Kilkee….

During lockdown when we were all confined to our own 5km radius we really took the time to notice and appreciate our

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22.11.2023

What exactly is an IPA?

Have you tried Blue Jumper IPA yet? We love old school west coast American IPAs and Blue Jumper is true to the style. Bold, bitter and bangin’ with American hops. But what exactly is an IPA? IPA stands for India Pale Ale. It is a style of beer that originated…

Have you tried Blue Jumper IPA yet? We love old school west coast American IPAs and Blue Jumper is true to the

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