The Three Drinkers in Ireland Season 1

Synopsis

The Three Drinkers are drinks experts, writers and broadcasters Helena Nicklin and Aidy Smith, joined by a deliciously diverse revolving roster of ‘third drinker’ guests. This will be the second Three Drinkers TV series for Smith and Nicklin who also produce the popular ‘Bring a Bottle’ podcast, run the drink, travel and lifestyle-focused online magazine thethreedrinkers.com and have a growing social media/influencer presence.

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Episodes

Episode 1

17 March 2022 - Axes, Eels and Apple Peels

They're back. Aidy and Helena embark on a new Irish adventure, starting in Northern Ireland at the Giant's Causeway where they meet new 'Third Drinker', guest presenter Beth Brickenden. From fairy tales to illicit spirits, Cider, Poitìn and even Game of Thrones style axe-throwing, the trio begin their Irish food and drink adventure with a bang, taking in Inch Abbey, County Armagh and Derry.

Episode 2

17 March 2022 - Wet and Wild

What do you get when you cross a drag queen with a monkfish, a ton of mussels, a seaweed bath and vintage dress up? Find out as Aidy, Helena, Beth and special guest, drag queen Vanity Von Glow take a fishtastic tour around County Donegal, Galway, County Mayo and the Wild Atlantic Way, discovering Ireland's first maritime gin and the original recipe for Irish Coffee.

Episode 3

24 March 2022 - Raiders of the Lost Cask

In this episode, the trio head south to discover how Irish whiskey was saved from the brink of extinction. Along the way, they perfect their cocktail and cow-milking skills, explore the intricacies of Irish cream and check out Ireland's only Japanese-Irish restaurant before waving goodbye to Beth.

Episode 4

31 March 2022 - Cutting the Cheese

Aidy and Helena are joined by new guest presenter, Eulanda Shead Osagiede as they continue their gastronomic adventure through Waterford, Tipperary, Kildare and Wicklow. They brave the wilderness in search of botanicals, talk terroir in whiskey and tuck into Ireland's finest 2 Michelin-Star cuisine while showing a real talent for cutting cheese.

Episode 5

07 April 2022 - The Salmon of Knowledge

From oyster shucking and enchanted fish to exploring rock and roll whiskey castles, the trio continue their adventure through Carlingford, County Meath and Mullagh. They talk tales of folklore, discover why Irish Beef is some of the best on the planet and wind down at the oldest pub in Ireland - and possibly, the world.

Episode 6

14 April 2022 - Dancing Through Dublin

In this final episode, the trio get a taste of true Irish culture as they soak up the literary and libatious delights of Dublin. From Irish dancing to pulling the perfect pint of Guinness, they check out the city's rich LGBTQ+ history and follow in the footsteps of Oscar Wild and James Joyce. They wave a tearful goodbye to the Emerald Isle and toast their journey with something very special.

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