Smithwick’s was originally brewed in the heart of Kilkenny at St. Francis Abbey in 1710, and today it is considered one of the most popular ales in Ireland. Unlike traditional heavy Irish stouts, this red-colored beer has a gentle bitterness that’s toned out by sweet, malty notes.

We couldn’t have a guide to Irish beers without the iconic Guinness. This stout originated in Dublin in 1759 and while it might be just a marketing ploy, the company recommends pouring its beer using a special 2-part method to create the perfect pint. Or you can just pour it over a scoop of ice cream in this Guinness Float.

If you prefer cider to beer, Magners offers a semi-sweet, crisp drink made with 17 kinds of apples. Don't mistake this drink for a sugar bomb: It leans on the dry side and isn't overly fruity. Magners knows what it's doing, too: The operation has been making ciders in Clonmel, County Tipperary, Ireland since 1935.

While it has the word “red” in the title, this one’s actually an Irish lager! It does have toasty notes, but it finishes light and peppery. It makes a nice balance against rich and creamy dishes, like cheesy potato casseroles.

A classic old-world style with the mesmerizing magic of Nitro and a colorful Colorado spirit. Brewed with Irish malts and roasted barley, this laid-back stout adds a welcoming Colorado spirit to a classic old-world style. Dark malty flavors evolve into a notable dry character, while the nitrogen charge creates a soft pillowy head that smooths every sip.

45 Leprechauns and humans alike love to dance a jig while celebrating with this Irish Red. The complexity of malts converges into a smooth mouthfeel, lightly punctuated with a dash of subtle hoppiness. Sláinte!

A stout fit for any time of the day! Soft chocolatey-roasted malts and rich Irish Coffee Beans join together with healthy amounts of lactose to create an incredibly smooth and creamy coffee stout with subtle tones of whiskey-sugar reminiscent of fine Irish Coffee, super rich and decadent!

Pours to a beautiful brown color with a creamy tan head. Smooth roasted malt and coffee flavors are balanced by some hopping, and the mouthfeel is as silky as you could ask for. Only 125 calories per 12 ounce serving.