Give to Gain
Malt-forward and lightly herbal, an Irish red ale at 5.0% brewed for International Women's Day 2026. Three of the brewery's own brewers led it, the unusual style won an in-house staff vote, and recipe, brew, artwork and photography were all led by women. The theme of this year's campaign was Give to Gain, and the team settled on the style after plenty of conversations and a couple of tastings.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Give to Gain
Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.
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About Irish Red Ale
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What is a Irish Red Ale?
Irish Red Ale is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.
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