Smithwick's announced details of its brewery tours and exhibition which have now begun at St Francis Abbey Brewery in the city. Launched to commemorate 300 years of a great brewing tradition in Kilkenny, the new ‘300 years of Smithwick's’ tour takes visitors on a walking tour of Ireland’s oldest operating brewery.
Highlights include a chance to see the Brewhouse where Smithwick’s is actually brewed and a visit to the stunning medieval St Francis Abbey which sits on the site of the brewery and dates back to the 13th century.
Following on from a stop at the St Francis Abbey site, visitors drop in to the Tasting Room, where Smithwick’s official tasters check and ensure the quality of every brew. The tour culminates with a tutored tasting session by the Smithwick’s tour guide and a complimentary drink in the brewery’s Cellar Bar.
The Smithwick's brewery tour takes approximately 1.5 hours, is fully guided and includes a complimentary drink in the Cellar Bar. Tours run from Tuesday to Saturday. Admission is €10 and all visitors must be over 18.
