Join us on a tractor tour of our beautiful orchard in bloom, for our 8th Annual Apple Blossom Walk. As always, our event was in aid of Drogheda Homeless Aid & SOSAD Ireland. You can make a donation via our special GoFundMe page: https://gofund.me/02215c7c.

Thanks to everyone who donated, took part and watched the live stream of our 8th Annual Apple Blossom Walk. We look forward to having the event in person in 2022!

Click on the video above to join Olan on the tractor tour.

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For the second year in a row, our annual Q&A took place virtually from our orchard in full bloom. As always, our event was in aid of Drogheda Homeless Aid & SOSAD Ireland. You can make a donation via our special GoFundMe page: https://gofund.me/02215c7c. Olan was provided with many wonderful questions by yourselves watching from home about our orchard, ciders, bees and more!

Thanks to everyone who donated, took part and watched the live stream of our 8th Annual Apple Blossom Walk. We look forward to having the event in person in 2022!

Click on the video above to watch the Q&A session.

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INGREDIENTS

170ml Dan Kelly’s Original cider

4 oz brown sugar, packed

2 tablespoon butter

½ teaspoon lemon juice

⅛ teaspoon cinnamon

⅛ teaspoon nutmeg

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Put all the ingredients in a saucepan.
2. Over a medium heat, bring to a boil.
3. Reduce the heat and simmer (uncovered) for about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it’s slightly thickened.
4. Remove from heat and let it cool for at least half an hour before using. Serve warm.
5. Syrup will thicken as it cools. If you’d like a thicker syrup, simmer it longer.
6. Pour over pancakes and enjoy.
7. Refrigerate any unused portion in a sealed container but we bet there won’t be much left!

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Order the full range of ciders and get them delivered to your door. Click here to shop.

Olan McNeece of Dan Kelly’s Cider said, “We have had the idea of an online shop in the pipeline for a while, but due to Covid-19 restrictions we have brought the plan forward! Like many other producers out there, we have had to look at new ways to get our products to consumers while adhering to the current guidelines. We are confident our online shop can do just that”.

The Dan Kelly’s Cider range includes the original Dan Kelly’s Cider, Whiskey Cask Cider, Single Variety Cider No. 1 and Coll’s Craft. Introductory pricing for a case of 12 of the original blend and Coll’s Craft is €40. A case of 12 of the Whiskey Cask Cider is €42.50. A case of 24 Single Variety No. 1 330ml bottles is €50 while a mixed box of ciders (3 x 500ml Original, 3 x 500ml Coll’s Craft, 3 x 500ml Whiskey Cask, 3 x 330ml Single Variety) is €42.50. A case of 12 750ml Stameen Farm Apple Juice is €40. All prices include delivery nationwide!

Dan Kelly’s Cider’s different blends are made from apples handpicked from the family orchard. No sulphites, cultured yeasts, artificial colours or sweeteners are ever added to them. They are also totally gluten free and vegan friendly. Dan Kelly’s Cider is one of only a few cider producers in Ireland who grow their own fruit. You’ll find the orchards in Boyne Grove Fruit Farm on the banks of the River Boyne in Co. Louth.

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Clarkes, 19 Peter Street

Located at the corner of Peter Street and Fair Street, this is one pub you won’t want to miss. Sit in the beer garden or take shelter from the weather in this cozy, well-known pub. Either way, make sure you have a glass of cider to hand!

Eastern Seaboard and Grill, Bryanstown

One of Drogheda’s best-known restaurants, people come from far and wide to eat at the Eastern Seaboard. This is a must-visit during your time here. They have a range of beautiful dishes that go extremely well with our ciders… nom!

Grey Goose, West Street 

Not only do these guys do great food and a wonderful range of drinks (including yours truly), they’re also hosting the Céilí Picnic – a pop-up music festival for the whole family. Check it out here!

Salthouse Brasserie, 1 North Quay

You’ll have no trouble finding the Salthouse as it is just on the corner as you make your way from the Bull Ring and across the mighty River Boyne. You’ll find service with a smile here, lots of options for lunch and dinner and of course, Dan Kelly’s Cider to accompany your meal.

If you’d like to go a little further afield during the Fleadh here are two restaurants you won’t want to miss.

Lime Kiln, Julianstown, Co. Meath

For live music, outstanding food and one of the prettiest beer gardens around, The Lime Kiln is the place to go. It’s only a few minutes drive from Drogheda and is definitely worth a detour during your stay.

The Glyde Inn, Annagassan, Co. Louth

If all the ‘craic agus cheoil’ gets a bit much, get yourself over to the Glyde Inn in Annagassan. Breathe in the sea air while you take in one of the most beautiful views in Louth. Add a cider into the mix and you’ve got yourself the makings of a great visit!

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1. Whelans, 25 Wexford St, Dublin 2
Whelan’s of Wexford Street in Dublin, has a cosy, sitting-room vibe with a “uniquely retro” interior. They have a fire at the front of the bar which gets snapped up quickly on cold days! They also have the Parlour Bar which has to be booked before you go, but it is well worth a visit and has been used by big bands to host surprise gigs! 

2. The Greyhound, Market Square, Kinsale, Co. Cork
The Greyhound Bar is located in the beautiful Market Square in Kinsale, County Cork. It has been around since 1690, is a proper  ‘old Irish’ pub and is utterly charming and extremely cosy. Kinsale itself is a great place to visit, full of colour and vibrancy, but for a unique fireside experience, this is the place to go!
3. Oslo Bar, 226 Upper Salthill, Galway
The Oslo Bar is the home of the Galway Bay Brewery and is a sister pub to the Salt House. It features a wide range of international beers,  our cider, and a large menu served from 12 noon until 10 pm daily. Located just steps away from Galway’s celebrated Salthill Promenade, the pub is always busy, thanks to the great food and atmosphere. It does have the requisite cosy fireplace and this is a super venue to watch sporting events as it boasts Galway’s largest screen.

4. Foley’s Bar, Inch, Co. Kerry
Foley’s Bar is a mere 10-minute walk from the spectacular Inch Beach. It  is a family-run bar & restaurant that offers accommodation, a cosy fire and of course, Dan Kelly’s Cider.
5. Nancy Blake’s, 19 Upper Denmark Street, Limerick
In the heart of Limerick City, in Denmark Street, Nancy Blake’s is a traditional Irish pub that is dripping with character. There are bar snacks available to go with your Dan Kelly’s Cider and traditional Irish music several nights during the week. It’s a great spot to enjoy live music, and is a fireside pub that suit all ages.
6. Black Bull Inn, Dublin Road, Drogheda, Co. Louth
A superb venue, that has been run by two generations of the Egan family in Drogheda, this venue has been extensively renovated in recent years and it continues to be hugely popular. There is always great food here and of course in the winter months, a beautiful fire.

7. Idlewild, Fade Street, Dublin 2
A newcomer to the Dublin bar scene, you’ll find Idlewild in the heart of Fade Street.  Apart from a unique interior, another reason to visit is for one of their Boilermakers! Make sure you try their ‘Keep the Doctor Away’ – a delicious combination of whiskey & a Dan Kelly’s Original Cider.

8. The Headfort Arms Hotel, Headfort Place, Kells, Co. Meath
The Headfort Arms Hotel in Kells has been with the Duff family since the early 1970s and is well known for its hospitality. The Kelltic Bar & The Courtyard offer a great Irish pub experience with lounging sofas and a warm open fire, combined with tasty food and a pint of yours truly.

9. The Hole in the Wall, Blackhorse Avenue, Dublin 7
Even older than the Greyhound Bar in Kinsale is the Hole in the Wall, which dates back to 1651. This pub is something of a Dublin institution and is well worth a visit. It can get busy but it’s definitely worth the wait to soak up the local atmosphere.
10. T. Bourke’s, Castlebar Street, Westport, Co. Mayo
Situated in Castlebar Street in beautiful Westport, T.Bourke’s bar is a great local bar with friendly staff and great music sessions throughout the week. There’s a huge beer garden and plenty to do, with pool, darts and snooker and of course, there is the fireplace for the cold winter nights. All you need is a Dan’s in hand!

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L Mulligan’s Grocers, 18 Stoneybatter, Dublin 7

If you think Irish produce is something special and worth celebrating, you’ll find some kindred spirits in the staff here. They also stock not one, not two but all three of our ciders and if you ask them REALLY nicely, there may even be a special Olan’s Tart (from our friends at Kinnegar) floating around!

L’Ecrivain, 109a Lr. Baggot Street, Dublin 2

L’Ecrivain is as fine dining as it gets with delicious offerings such as deer, partridge and lobster all on the menu. Pair it with a top-class cider such as ours and your fine dining experience is complete!

Elephant and Castle, Temple Bar, Dublin 1

Most famously known for their chicken wings, Elephant and Castle offer much more than just wings.  Eggs Chiapas for brunch, smoked salmon for lunch or burgers for dinner, there’s something for everyone. They’ve also got great taste in drinks because you’ll also find yours truly in stock there too!

BuJo, 6 Sandymount Green, Dublin 4

Bujo is a newcomer to the burger joint block. Based in Sandymount, you’ll find grass fed chargrilled burgers and cold, bottles of Dan’s waiting to wash them down with!

The Harbour Bar, 1—4 Dock Terrace, Bray, Co Wicklow

The Harbour Bar sits directly opposite Bray harbour and is the perfect spot for a pint of Dan’s by the sea. Add one of their famous toasties and you won’t want to move for the day!

Eastern Seaboard and Grill, 1 Bryanstown Centre, Drogheda, Co. Louth

If you’re looking for great food in stylish surroundings, look no further than Eastern Seaboard and Grill. With specials that change daily, there’s always a dish that will pair perfectly with a crisp glass of cider.

Glyde Inn, Main Street, Annagassan, Dunleer, Co. Louth

The Glyde Inn in Annagassan not only has stunning food, it also has amazing views! Grab a seat, a Dan’s and one of their Viking favourites (see their menu for more!) and you’ll be fit to battle anything that comes your way!

Monasterboice Inn, Drogheda Rd, Silloge, Drogheda, Co. Louth

The Monasterboice Inn or, Donegan’s as it’s more widely known, has been in the same family for over 200 years. The phrase “farm to fork” was never truer than at Donegan’s where their meat comes straight from the family farm. Steak and cider – we’re getting hungry at the thought of it!

The Lime Kiln, Main St, Julianstown South, Julianstown, Co. Meath

Food is at the heart of everything the Lime Kiln in Julianstown do.  They’ve created an exciting and varied menu which features a whole host of local food and drinks – ours included.

Browne’s Bar & Gandon Room, Slane Castle Demesne, Slane, Co. Meath

Can you imagine a more beautiful setting than that of Slane Castle for a meal out? Well, now you can enjoy one with the recent opening of both Browne’s Bar and the Gandon Rooms. Browne’s Bar is for a more casual dining experience while the Gandon Rooms offers a fine dining experience. Not only do they both have great food in common, you can also get a bottle of Dan Kelly’s Cider there!

The Central, Trimgate Street, Navan, Co. Meath, 

At The Central in Navan, you can enjoy a Dan’s in one of their five bars, with a burger in the restaurant,  a salad in the cafe, or if  you’re feeling brave enough for the time of year, on the heated rooftop terrace. There’s so much to choose from here and that’s before we even start looking at the menu!

Oslo Bar, 226 Upper Salthill, Co. Galway 

You’ll find Olso Bar in the stunning Salthill in Galway. So, after working up on appetite with a brisk walk on the promenade, make a pitstop for some hot food and a Dan’s. Hang out at the front bar or soak up the atmosphere in their beer hall.

Pie Maker, 10 Cross Street Upper, Galway

On Cross Street, near the Spanish Arch, you’ll find Pie Maker, producers of the tastiest handmade sweet and savoury pies! Served in their cosy restaurant, all pies are made with the highest quality Irish meats, veg and organic spelt flour. You can also get our gluten free Dan Kelly’s Cider there too!

Mimosa, College St, Graigue, Carlow

Are you a fan of tapas? If so, you’ll be in heaven right in the centre of Carlow with Mimosa! With an extensive menu all you have to do is decide which ones will go best with your bottle of Dan’s.

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Every week a bunch of craft beer and cider bloggers, beer lovers, other craft beer/cider brands and lots of people in between take part in #irishbeerchat – a weekly ‘Twitter chat’ hosted by our friends at Wicklow Wolf along with bloggers (and also friends) Irish Beer Snob and Simon Says Beer. Recently they’ve been having guest hosts on these chats, so when the opportunity arose for us to host, we jumped at the chance. Here’s how it went…

@son0vagun@WWolfBrewery@simonsaysbeer@irishbeersnob If only I knew! We’re just trying our best year on year #irishbeerchat

— Dan Kelly’s Cider (@DanKellysCider) May 15, 2017

@BeoirFinder @WWolfBrewery @simonsaysbeer @irishbeersnob We have different varieties for different uses, but my personal favourite is dabinette which is the base of our regular cider #irishbeerchat

— Dan Kelly’s Cider (@DanKellysCider) May 15, 2017

@Nigeltails Don’t you know it Nigel… don’t you know it! #irishbeerchat

— Dan Kelly’s Cider (@DanKellysCider) May 15, 2017

@Guilley1985 @BeoirFinder @WWolfBrewery @simonsaysbeer @irishbeersnob @AlltechBrews Thanks Dave – that was made from the Katya variety. It’s available on many shelves now #irishbeerchat pic.twitter.com/EdQJjFV1FK

— Dan Kelly’s Cider (@DanKellysCider) May 15, 2017

@BeoirFinder @WWolfBrewery @simonsaysbeer @irishbeersnob We think there’s a limited market for the really dry ciders & some form of back sweetening makes the cider more palatable #irishbeerchat

— Dan Kelly’s Cider (@DanKellysCider) May 15, 2017

@MrsBeerSnob It was great Janice – missed you there! Raised a healthy sum for @DrogHomelessAid & @SosadIreland Orchards looked pretty too #irishbeerchat pic.twitter.com/TebDfy68Od

— Dan Kelly’s Cider (@DanKellysCider) May 15, 2017

@craftbeersoflre Our quickest cider was harvested last Aug & bottled in Nov,but normally our ciders are aged for 1 year before they’re bottled #irishbeerchat

— Dan Kelly’s Cider (@DanKellysCider) May 15, 2017

@thebeernut I do, but I think it’s small. We tried one with a very low carbonation & people enjoyed it #irishbeerchat

— Dan Kelly’s Cider (@DanKellysCider) May 15, 2017

@irishbeersnob It’s primarily a domestic market but we have exported small amounts to other countries #irishbeerchat

— Dan Kelly’s Cider (@DanKellysCider) May 15, 2017

@finnegan339 It’s a long story, Mark, but we’ve always wanted to try a barrel-aged cider & when the opportunity arose we went for it #irishbeerchat

— Dan Kelly’s Cider (@DanKellysCider) May 15, 2017

@colmhanratty We debuted a new draught brew called Coll’s Craft @AlltechBrews Look forward to bringing it to other events in the future #irishbeerchat

— Dan Kelly’s Cider (@DanKellysCider) May 15, 2017

@irishcraftcaps It’s in the pipeline Liam! When the apple is ripe… #irishbeerchat

— Dan Kelly’s Cider (@DanKellysCider) May 15, 2017

@colmandeely @WWolfBrewery @simonsaysbeer @irishbeersnob Typically we bottle in 2000L batches. We make trial batches as small as 500l. Have to make sure the product is right! #irishbeerchat

— Dan Kelly’s Cider (@DanKellysCider) May 15, 2017

@son0vagun It’s been known to happen – the orchard is a biiiig place… #irishbeerchat

— Dan Kelly’s Cider (@DanKellysCider) May 15, 2017

@irishcraftcaps Good news Liam – we’re working with @KinnegarBrewing on another version of Olan’s Tart #irishbeerchat

— Dan Kelly’s Cider (@DanKellysCider) May 15, 2017

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Paddy Cullen’s Pub in Dublin’s leafy Ballsbridge is an ideal location for the discerning customer to enjoy a drink or fine food in good company and pleasant traditional surroundings.

Hugely popular around match-time, be it Soccer or Rugby (thanks to its close proximity to the Aviva Stadium), there is always a good atmosphere around the pub. They have a great food menu, with everything from Tapas to a large selection of lunch and dinner options.

This is a great spot to have a pint of Dan Kelly’s Cider and definitely worth a visit.

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If you’ve never been to Kinsale then quite simply, you are missing out on one of Ireland’s best locations – especially if you are into your food. Hailed as one of Ireland’s great foodie spots, Kinsale is blessed with a plethora of great food and drink locations. When you have had your fill of the great food on offer, a pint of Dan Kelly’s can be had at The Greyhound Bar, which is located in Market Square in Kinsale and this is a pub which has been around since 1690 and is as proper an ‘old Irish’ pub as you can find.

It is utterly charming and extremely cosy. Kinsale itself is a great place to visit, heavily populated with great pubs, but for a cozy fireside experience, this is a great pub.
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