County Wexford’s craft breweries and distilleries operate in coastal and inland locations with production linked to the south-east’s agricultural base and historical brewing ties. Brennan’s Brewery functions in Enniscorthy.
This family-run operation traces its brewing tradition back to 1905 through generations and produces Brennan’s Irish Stout alongside other beers with emphasis on family heritage and traditional methods in its Enniscorthy facility. YellowBelly Beer commenced in Wexford town at Whiterock Hill. This brewery crafts a range of beers in small batches with focus on quality ingredients to create distinctive profiles available through local channels.
Drew Fox Brewing Company began in Wexford at Unit 8. Founded by Malcolm and Andrea Molloy as the county’s newest microbrewery, it produces craft beers through traditional processes and offers insights into brewing alongside sampling opportunities. Simon’s Place operates as a family-run gastropub and brewery in Wexford town. Established in its location since 1965 with brewing added later, it serves house craft beers alongside food in a central setting.
On the distillery side, Stafford Irish Spirits Co functions in County Wexford. This producer creates premium Irish whiskey and gin with combination of tradition and innovation in every sip through its craft methods.
Blackwater Distillery, while based in west Waterford near the border, influences the region and produces award-winning gins, vodka, and traditional pot still Irish whiskey established in 2014 with small-batch approaches informed by local water and air. These facilities add to Wexford’s drinks production through small-scale operations and connections to regional resources.
Craft Brewing & Distilling county by county
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
Dining
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
Restaurant awards
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow – Overall – County winners – Georgina Campbell – Good Food Ireland – Michelin Star
County Wexford:
Ireland’s county Wexford combines coastal beauty with historic sites, with the Hook Lighthouse, one of the world’s oldest, offering scenic coastal views. The Irish National Heritage Park recreates ancient and medieval settlements, while Wexford’s beaches, like Curracloe, provide sandy shores for walking. Other attractions include the historic town of Enniscorthy and its castle. Wexford is Ireland’s 13th largest county by size (2,351 square km) and 14th largest by population (163,919). Population peaked at 202,033 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 83,308 in 1961. In terms of hospitality, Wexford is Ireland’s eighth most visited tourist county with around 229,000 international visitors per year.
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