The O'Briens Wine, Beer & Spirits Blog

Welcome to the O'Briens blog. If you’re looking for inspiration for your next wine purchase, tips on food matches or have always wanted to know the difference between Prosecco and Champagne, you'll find all that and more right here! From interviews and wine recommendations to cocktail recipes and expert tips, consider us your personal guide to all things wines, beers and spirits.

What Makes A Fine Wine?

The words ‘fine wine’ tend to conjure up images of priceless bottles, gently gathering dust as they age in a cellar. But just what makes a wine a ‘fine wine’? And can a wine be fine if doesn’t boast a high price tag or if it comes from, say, a New World wine region? Our guide to fine wines will tell you all you need to know and includes some top wine recommendations from our Fine Wine Sale!

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Apr 13, 2021 New Arrivals | The O’Briens Gin Sale

By Denis Smyth | Beer & Spirits Buyer Good news Gin lovers! As the O’Briens Gin Sale con...

Apr 06, 2021 The Best Wine Offers for Spring Sipping

By Lynne Coyle MW | O'Briens Wine Director This week we are suggesting some seasonally appr...

Mar 24, 2021 NEW: Method & Madness Mulberry Casks Irish Whiskey

By Paul Barry | Assistant Buyer: Beer & Spirits An Irish whiskey finished in mulberry ca...

Mar 24, 2021 Time for Cocktails?

By Paul Barry | Assistant Beer & Spirit Buyer We have put together recipes for some of ...

Mar 09, 2021 Gluten Free Irish Craft Beer

By Paul Barry | Assistant Buyer: Beer & Spirits Are you looking for gluten free craft b...

Mar 05, 2021 Irish Whiskey Sale Spring 2021

By Paul Barry | Assistant Buyer: Beer & Spirits Our Spring Irish Whiskey Sale has begun...