9 White Deer is a pioneering brewery based in the village of Ballyvourney, Co. Cork, and a standout in craft beer Ireland. As the first Irish brewery to produce a full range of gluten-free beers, it has helped redefine what accessibility and innovation mean in modern brewing. Available for craft beer online and for local collection, 9 White Deer caters to everyone from seasoned beer drinkers to gluten-conscious fans exploring craft beer Dublin. The range spans from crisp lagers to bold stouts and hoppy pale ales — all available now on TheCru.ie alongside celebrated German Beer and Belgian Beer favourites.
Producer Background
Founded in 2014 by brewer Gordon Lucey and publican Don O’Leary, 9 White Deer takes its name from a legendary Irish tale of a mystical herd that roamed the local Cork landscape. That sense of place and storytelling runs through every beer they produce. From the beginning, the brewery’s mission was to brew world-class beers that could also be enjoyed by coeliacs and gluten-sensitive drinkers — a mission they delivered on with Ireland’s first fully gluten-free craft beer range.
The beers are brewed using traditional methods combined with innovative gluten-removal techniques, maintaining full flavour and balance in every style. Their lineup includes Kölsch, IPA, Irish red ale, pale ale, and stout — all brewed and bottled in Ballyvourney. Over the years, 9 White Deer has earned praise for its technical skill, dedication to independence, and inclusive approach to brewing. As part of the Irish Craft Beer movement, the brewery proudly stands alongside international brewing traditions like German Beer and Belgian Beer, offering Irish drinkers choice, quality, and character in every pour.
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Want to explore more? Browse the full 9 White Deer range today, or check out our collections of Irish Craft Beer, Belgian Beer, German Beer, and Beer Kegs — or explore by style with Lager, Stout, and IPA all ready to order online or collect in-store.