Galway Hooker Brewery

Galway Hooker Brewery, founded in 2006 by cousins Aidan Murphy and Ronan Brennan and based in Oranmore, County Galway, is widely recognized for launching Ireland’s first Irish Pale Ale and coining the term itself. Their flagship Galway Hooker Irish Pale Ale is lightly floral with caramel notes and 4.3% ABV, brewed in small batches, and remains the heart of their core range. Over time, they've expanded into a broader bottled lineup—including stout, amber lager, and Sixty Knots IPA—as well as seasonals, all crafted with natural ingredients and a commitment to freshness. The brewery has earned numerous awards and helped pave the path for Ireland’s modern craft beer movement.