The Best Craft Beer in Kildare — A Local's Guide

If you're looking for proper craft beer in County Kildare, you're in the right place. Kildare has quietly become one of Ireland's most exciting craft beer destinations — and Kildare Brewing Co. is at the heart of it.

Kildare Brewing Co. — The Local Brewery

Based at Lock 13 Brewpub in Sallins, we've been brewing craft beer on the Grand Canal since 2015. Our beers are unfiltered, unpasteurised, and brewed on-site — you can literally watch them being made through the glass while you eat your lunch.

Our range covers every mood: Chapel Lane Lager for the session, Soldier's Island Pale Ale for the hop lovers, Electric Juice IPA for when you want something bold, Railway Heist Red Ale for the malt fans, and Low Voltage Session Pale for when you want flavour without the ABV.

Where to Drink Craft Beer in Kildare

Beyond Lock 13, you'll find KBC beers on tap at some of Kildare's best venues:

  • Silken Thomas, Kildare Town — historic pub, Electric Juice on tap
  • Cliff at Lyons, Celbridge — luxury hotel, KBC on the craft list
  • Killashee Hotel, Naas — boutique hotel bar
  • Fletchers & Kavanaghs, Naas — proper Naas pubs with craft taps

Order Craft Beer Online

Can't make it to Kildare? Order 24-packs of 330ml cans direct from the brewery. We deliver fresh across Dublin, Kildare, and nationwide.

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Book a Brewery Tour

For the full experience, book a guided brewery tour at Lock 13. 90 minutes, 3 or 5 beer tastings, and a behind-the-scenes look at how we brew. Every Saturday and Sunday.

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