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Brewery Tour at Dick Mack’s Brewhouse in Kerry - Tralee

Brewery Tour at Dick Mack’s Brewhouse in Kerry

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

1–1.5 hours

Fitness Level

No special physical fitness required; mostly standing and walking indoors.

Overview

Step into 230 years of brewing heritage at Dick Mack’s Brewhouse in Dingle Town. This intimate tour offers a close-up view of traditional beer crafting alongside tastings of their celebrated preservative-free brews.

Brewery
Dingle, County Kerry

Dick Mack’s Brewhouse Brewery Tour And Tasting

Ages 18+ • 1 Hour • 3 Tastings of our Core Beers

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About This Adventure

Discover the magic of brewing at Dick Mack’s Award-Winning Brewhouse in Dingle Town. This exclusive tour offers a rare glimpse into a historic 230-year-old former cowshed, revealing the fascinating brewing process and ingredients behind their preservative-free beers. Enjoy a generous tasting of three unique core beers for an unforgettable experience.

Duration: 1 Hour

Located In The Heart Of Dingle Town, Dick Mack’s Award-Winning Brewhouse Was Set Up By Three Friends In October 2017. Our Beer Is Only Available In Kegs Which Is Pouring In Over 40 Of The Best Pubs And Restaurants On The Dingle Peninsula.

Highlights

  • This Behind The Scenes Starts Off In Our Taproom Where Give You An Insight Into How Our Award Winning Brewery Came To Be.
  • We Will Talk You Through Our Fascinating Journey To Date.
  • Will Then Get To Explore Our Brewhouse, A 230 Year Old Former Cowshed, Not Usually Open To The Public.
  • In The Brewhouse We Will Go Through The Brewing Process Including An Insight Into The Ingredients We Use In Our Preservative Free Beers.
  • Followed By A Generous Tasting Of Our Fresh Core Beers.

Includes

  • Tasting Of Our Core Beers X 3
  • Dingle Pale @ 4.2%
  • Dingle Amber Ale @ 4.2%
  • Dicle Session Ipa @ 4.6%

Meeting Point

Meet At Front Door Of Taproom 5 Minutes Before Tour Starts

Adventure Tips

Book Tours in Advance

Dick Mack’s tours have limited capacity—reserve your spot early especially in peak season.

Wear Comfortable Shoes

The brewery tour involves standing and walking on uneven stone floors inside the old cowshed.

Bring ID for Beer Tastings

The tasting includes alcohol — ensure you have valid ID for entry and sampling.

Combine with Outdoor Activities Nearby

Plan your visit around a day of hiking or coastal walks to maximize your Dingle experience.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Atlantic Grey Seals spotted near Dingle Harbor
  • Rare Kerry Slug in the surrounding hills

History

Dick Mack’s Brewhouse operates within a former cowshed dating back over two centuries, preserving structural elements from 1793 that reflect the agricultural roots of Dingle.

Conservation

The brewhouse embraces preservative-free beer production, minimizing additives and emphasizing sustainable sourcing of ingredients to reduce environmental impact.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

Supportive footwear helps navigate old stone floors and outdoor paths in Kerry.

Light waterproof jacket

Essential

Unpredictable Irish weather calls for rain protection year-round.

spring|summer|fall|winter specific

Valid photo ID

Essential

Required to participate in beer tastings at the brewery.

Reusable water bottle

Stay hydrated especially if combining your tour with hikes or walks.