Killahora Orchards

About Killahora Orchards

Founded by two cousins, Barry Walsh and Dave Watson, with the goal of growing the best rare apple and pear varieties on our Irish soil and to use artisanal & sustainable techniques to turn them into award winning drinks. Dave brings a passion for and encyclopedia-like knowledge of apple and pear trees, while Barry bring the wizardry of fermenting, blending and creating new drinks.

County

Cork

Type

Producer

Listed By

SuperValu Food Academy

Products

Pairs well with

Complementary local products — and the Irish producers who sell them.

• pork chops · classic pairing with pork; acidity and sweetness complement rich meat
  Available from: Nolan Butchers of Kilcullen, Andarl Farm, Skellig Meats
• apple juice · both apple-based; creates depth in sauces and marinades
  Available from: Juice Press Orchards, Killavullen Farmers' Market, Sunshine Juice Ltd
• duck · acidity cuts through fat; traditional in French cuisine
  Available from: Old World Master Butchers, Gleeson Meats Blanchardstown, Skeaghanore Duck
• blue cheese · tartness and funk balance cider's sweetness
  Available from: Cashel Blue Cheese, Knockatee Cheese, Cooleeney Cheese
• ham · cider glaze enhances smoked, salty ham
  Available from: James Whelan Butchers, Nolan Butchers of Kilcullen, Oak Park Foods
• root vegetables · earthy vegetables cooked with cider become tender and sweet
  Available from: The Green Door Market, Gleeson Meats Blanchardstown, Leavy's Butchers

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