Louth brands announced as finalists for national awards
Three Louth brands announced as finalists for the 10th annual Irish Made Awards, presented by Irish Country Magazine.
121 exceptional Irish businesses from across the island, including three from Louth, have been shortlisted for the 10th annual Irish Made Awards, celebrating the very best in Irish craftsmanship, creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship.
Presented by Irish Country Magazine, the Irish Made Awards have spent the past decade championing the makers, designers, producers, retailers and innovators who contribute to Ireland's thriving creative economy.
This milestone 10th year attracted more than 250 entries from across the island of Ireland, showcasing the extraordinary talent, creativity and craftsmanship of Irish businesses.
Following a rigorous judging process by an expert panel, the entries were narrowed down to 121 exceptional finalists, representing every corner of the country and a diverse range of categories, from artisan food and drink producers to fashion designers, beauty brands, retailers and craftspeople.
The Louth finalists are:
- Fierce Mild Brewing Limited (Drink)
- Lana Dullaghan (Home)
- Little Sprouts Garden Box (Kids)
The awards celebrate not only outstanding products, but also the passion, innovation and dedication behind Ireland's vibrant community of makers, with finalists now competing for category honours and the coveted overall title.
As part of the 10th anniversary Irish Made Awards, Irish Country Magazine is delighted to introduce the brand-new Rising Star Award 2026.
New for this milestone year, all Irish Made Awards entrants will be invited to nominate a young Irish-made business and vote for the eventual winner.
Designed to shine a spotlight on emerging talent, the award encourages established and growing makers to actively support the next generation of Irish producers.
Reflecting the strong community spirit at the heart of the Irish Made Awards, the Rising Star Award celebrates young brands with compelling origin stories, strong values and significant growth potential, helping to ensure a bright future for Irish-made products as the awards mark a decade of championing Ireland's makers and creators.
Niamh Devereux, Editor of Irish Country Magazine, said: "It’s hard to believe we’re celebrating ten years of the Irish Made Awards. Every year, I’m struck by the incredible talent, creativity and passion that exists right across the island, but this year’s entries felt particularly special.
“Our theme this year is ‘A Decade of Storytelling’, which feels like the perfect way to mark this milestone. Over the past ten years, we’ve had the privilege of hearing the stories behind so many remarkable Irish businesses – stories of ambition, resilience, creativity, family, tradition and innovation.
“It’s those stories that bring Irish-made businesses to life and make them so special, and it has been a real privilege to share them with our readers and celebrate the people behind them.
“Narrowing more than 250 entries down to 121 finalists was no easy task, but each of these businesses has a story worth telling and truly deserves its place on this year’s shortlist.
“As we celebrate this incredible community of makers, designers, producers, retailers and entrepreneurs, we are really looking forward to bringing everyone together in September to mark a decade of Irish-made stories – and, of course, to find out which businesses will write the next chapter by taking home an award on the night."
The Irish Made Awards 2026, proudly supported by Circle Club, will take place at The Johnstown Estate, Co Meath, on Wednesday, 30 September 2026.
Hosted by Muireann O'Connell, the event will welcome more than 250 finalists, judges, sponsors and industry leaders for an evening celebrating the very best of Irish-made excellence, with winners announced on the night.