The Fine Ale Countdown
Latest Episodes
The Alco-Hall of Fame - Guinness
Finally, the inaugural Alco-Hall of Fame! And as this inductee knows, good things come to those who wait. Discover a little about Guinness' rich history, what Ben's Guinness fantasy is, and why smell-o-vision podcasts are better left in the thinktank.
Ep. 10 O'Hara's - Irish Pale Ale
Still clueless about beer 10 episodes in, but at least Gav and Ben invent a game you can all play at home! From our dusty cellars, to the you of the future, the Fine Ale Countdown is now in session! Discover what we think, how a second brew from O'Hara's
Ep. 9 Siren - Pompelmocello
The truth about Ben's drinking is unveiled, and many apologies are given to all he met at the Beer and Whiskey Festival a few week's back. From our dusty cellars, to your handsome face, the Fine Ale Countdown is now in session! Ben evades security and wh
Ep. 8 Hope Beer Collection
This week, the truth about Gavin comes out because he's away and unable to defend himself. From our dusty cellars, to a triple whammy review episode, the Fine Ale Countdown is now in session! This week we cash in on our undeserved clout and get sent a s
Ep. 7 8 Degrees - Double Irish
From our dusty cellars, the Fine Ale Countdown is now in session! This week we take advice from #IrishBeerChat and pick up some Double Irish by Eight Degrees Brewing. Discover what we think, why Ben isn't good at Sonic, and how little we've learnt about r
Ep. 6 Pilsner Urquell
Happy Paddy's Day! Think we'd have the foresight to record a Patrick's Day special? THINK AGAIN! This week we quaff Pilsner Urquell. Discover what we think, how the lads ended up performing comedy at a rave, and how little we've learnt about reviewing bee
Ep. 5 Dungarvan - Copper Coast
Let's drink some Dungarvan's Copper Coast, it's the Fine Ale Countdown! Discover what we think, what a racist four year old grows up to be, and how little we've learnt about reviewing beer or recording a podcast since last week.
Ep 4. O'Hara's - Leann Follain
It's Episode Four of the Fine Ale Countdown! Five dopes with a history of not wearing pants review O'Hara's Leann Folláin. Discover what they think, why Manus should never be allowed run the quiz, and how little they've learnt about reviewing beer or reco
Ep. 3 Blacks of Kinsale - World's End
It's Episode Three of the Fine Ale Countdown! Four dopes with a history of not wearing pants review @BlacksBrewery's World's End. Discover what they think, just how dark the boys can get after drinking a higher percentage brew, and how little they've real
Ep. 2 Brú - Rí
"It's Episode Two of the Fine Ale Countdown! Four dopes with a history of not wearing pants review @BruBrewery's Rí. Discover what they think, why Kayne West avoids a certain area all together, and how little they've learnt about reviewing beer or recordi