Celebrating Ireland’s Favourite Pairing with Ór-Real Irish Butter and McCambridge Brown Bread

There are few combinations more comforting, more rooted in memory, or more Irish, than brown bread and butter.

From the comfort of a school lunch box to the simplicity of a Sunday breakfast, the pairing of golden butter with slices of brown bread is a staple that has stood the test of time. It’s a combination that needs no embellishment – wholesome, honest, and nourishing.

This October, two beloved Irish brands – Ór-Real Irish Butter and McCambridge Brown Bread – are coming together once again to celebrate the beauty of this simple staple. As proud members of Love Irish Food, both brands are deeply committed to Irish provenance, tradition, and supporting Irish jobs. Their joint tasting campaign in Tesco on the 10th and 11th of October will remind shoppers that sometimes, the best things in life really are the simplest.

Celebrating the everyday magic of baking with Ór-Real Irish Butter

At Ór-Real Irish Butter, we’re incredibly proud to be part of so many kitchens, stories, and traditions across Ireland. One story recently shared with us truly captured the heart of what we stand for – real butter, real people, and real flavour.

Geraldine Gilhooley, a passionate home baker from County Leitrim, got in touch to tell us how Ór-Real Irish Butter has become part of her family’s baking and her journey with the Irish Countrywomen’s Association (ICA) – the largest women’s organisation in Ireland.

Her connection to Ór-Real Irish Butter began on a family visit to her son John, his wife Nora, and their little boy Seán in the beautiful surroundings of the Gap of Dunloe in Co. Kerry. There, she discovered that they supported local producers – and had Ór-Real Irish Butter on the table.

“I thought it had a delicious natural flavour,” she told us. “When I returned home, I found several local shops that stocked it – and I’ve been using it since.”

Back in Leitrim, just near the Longford border, Gearldine’s love of baking took centre stage once again. A proud member of the Lanesboro Guild of the ICA, she has long entered the ICA’s annual brown bread baking competition – a much-loved tradition that celebrates simplicity, skill, and flavour.

This year, she used Ór-Real Irish Butter in her entry and added just a touch of treacle to her classic brown bread recipe. To her delight, she won at county level and will now go on to represent Longford at the next round in An Grianán ICA College in July.

The Federation-level judge praised her bread with a line that stayed with us:
“The bread is bursting with flavour.”

Geraldine believes that the rich, natural taste of Ór-Real Irish Butter made a real difference.

For us at Ór, this is what it's all about — becoming part of your recipes, your tables, and your proudest moments. We’re honoured to be part of Geardline’s journey and can’t wait to hear how the next stage of the competition goes.

Best of luck, Geraldine – we’ll be cheering you on.

The June Bank Holiday weekend saw the return of Bord Bia’s Bloom Festival, and we were proud to mark our third consecutive year exhibiting at Ireland’s premier gardening and food event.

This year was particularly special for Ór-Real Irish Butter. It was a fantastic opportunity for our team to connect face-to-face with both loyal customers and new supporters who share our passion for premium Irish food.

From tastings to chats about how our butter is made, it was a pleasure to showcase the quality, traceability, and care that go into every pack of Ór. We were especially thrilled to promote our new 227g packs, available in both salted and unsalted—offering the same award-winning taste in a more convenient size for every kind of kitchen.

Being part of the Love Irish Food pavilion added an extra layer of pride. Surrounded by some of Ireland’s most respected food producers, the atmosphere was full of community spirit, shared passion, and a real celebration of what Irish food has to offer.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who stopped by Stand 72 to say hello, sample our butter, and support Irish food. We left Bloom inspired and energised, reminded once again of the incredible community that exists around real Irish food.

Until next year—thank you, Bloom.

As February unfolds, the early signs of spring begin to brighten the Irish countryside. For our dedicated local dairy farmers, this is a time of renewal, hard work, and anticipation. Spring on the farm is a season of growth—grass begins to thrive again, the days stretch longer, and the cycle of nature invites fresh opportunities. At Ór-Real Irish Butter, we’re proud to partner with local farmers, whose unwavering care for their herds and the land produces the rich, creamy milk that makes our butter so exceptional.

A Touch of Luxury for Valentine’s Day

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, there’s no better time to indulge in the comfort, luxury, and love that butter brings to the table. Whether you’re preparing flaky, buttery pastries for a romantic breakfast or whipping up a rich sauce for a cosy dinner, Ór-Real Irish Butter is your secret ingredient.

Butter has a way of turning the simplest recipes into something extraordinary. A dollop melted over fresh-baked scones, a swirl in your creamy mashed potatoes, or the golden crust on a romantic homemade tart—it’s love on a plate. After all, there’s no better way to say “I care” than through food made with care, and our butter is here to make every bite memorable.

Exciting News for Spring: New 227g Packs Launching

At Ór-Real Irish Butter, we’re always looking for ways to bring you more options to suit your lifestyle and culinary needs. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce the launch of two new 227g packs in leading retailers this spring!

• The Classic 227g Pack: Perfect for smaller households or when just a little butter is all you need.

• The Unsalted 227g Pack: Crafted with bakers in mind, this is the go-to choice for your cakes, pastries, and biscuits, where unsalted butter ensures perfect flavour balance.

Whether you’re a home baker, a passionate cook, or someone who simply loves the taste of premium Irish butter, our expanded range has something for everyone.

A Season of New Beginnings

Early spring is a time for fresh starts, from the pastures of our dairy farms to your kitchen table. At Ór-Real Irish Butter, we’re proud to celebrate the beauty of this season and the passion that goes into every step of our butter-making journey. As the world wakes up from winter, we invite you to embrace the luxury, comfort, and love that our butter brings to your life.

Here’s to fresh flavours, cherished moments, and the promise of a new season with Ór-Real Irish Butter.

Find our new 227g packs in stores this spring, and let us be part of your favourite recipes and memories!

As the festive season approaches, the magic of Christmas truly begins in the kitchen, where cherished family recipes come to life. This year, make your Christmas baking and cooking even more memorable with the rich, creamy taste of Ór-Real Irish Butter. Using traditional Irish butter enhances the flavor and texture of your favorite dishes, making each bite a reminder of the quality ingredients and love poured into every recipe.

Why Choose Ór-Real Irish Butter for Christmas Baking?

At Ór-Real, we are dedicated to delivering the finest butter made from milk supplied by local farmers we’ve known for generations. These trusted partnerships ensure that every block of Ór-Real Irish Butter is crafted with the highest quality milk, preserving the authentic taste of Ireland in every batch.

Our 227g unsalted butter is perfect for baking enthusiasts, allowing you to control the flavor balance of your recipes while benefiting from its superior creaminess. Ideal for cookies, pastries, and buttery Christmas treats, this unsalted butter enhances the natural taste of ingredients, resulting in beautifully textured and richly flavored bakes.

Making Every Christmas Moment a Celebration

Christmas is a time to gather in the kitchen with family and create memories around delicious, homemade meals. Whether you're preparing a traditional Christmas roast, whipping up festive desserts, or baking cookies with the kids, Ór-Real Irish Butter adds that extra touch of luxury and authenticity. Its pure, natural taste is the result of generations of craftsmanship, making every meal feel like an occasion. After all, Nothing Tastes Better Than Natural!

Explore Festive Recipes with Ór-Real Irish Butter

For inspiration this holiday season, visit our Christmas Recipe Collection and discover mouthwatering ideas to bring family and friends together around your table. From savory starters to sweet indulgences, these recipes will fill your kitchen with warmth, laughter, and the unmistakable taste of Ór-Real Irish Butter.

Make this Christmas extra special by using traditional Irish butter that celebrates quality, family, and the pure joy of cooking. With Ór-Real Irish Butter, every dish is a gift in itself.

We are thrilled to announce that Ór-Real Irish Butter has once again achieved remarkable success at the prestigious Irish Quality Food and Drink Awards in September. This year, our Ór-Real Irish Butter 454g pack proudly took home the Gold Award, while our new Ór-Real Irish Butter Unsalted 227g earned a Bronze Award. These achievements highlight the exceptional quality and dedication that go into crafting our products.

This marks the third consecutive year that Ór-Real Irish Butter has swept the boards at these highly respected awards. We are incredibly proud to continue delivering butter that is not only rich in flavor but also recognized for its excellence by industry experts.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the participants and winners across all categories. The Irish Quality Food and Drink Awards celebrate the very best products in grocery retail and foodservice, and we are honored to stand alongside such a distinguished group of brands and producers.

As we celebrate this moment, we remain committed to maintaining the high standards that our customers know and love. Thank you for your continued support, and here's to more delicious success in the years to come!

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We are thrilled to announce that Ór-Real Irish Butter will be showcasing our premium products at the Bord Bia Bloom festival from May 30th to June 3rd, 2024! This year, the festival promises to be a spectacular celebration of the finest Irish food, vibrant gardening displays, delightful goodies, and plenty of giggles for the whole family.

Join Us at Stand 58 in the Food Hall

For the second year in a row, Ór-Real Irish Butter is proud to be part of the Love Irish Food exhibitors in the Food Hall. We invite you to visit us at stand 58, where you can meet our passionate team, learn more about our butter-making process, and taste the rich, creamy flavor of Ór-Real Irish Butter.

What to Expect at Bord Bia Bloom

The Bord Bia Bloom festival is Ireland's largest garden and food festival, attracting thousands of visitors each year. Held in the picturesque Phoenix Park in Dublin, the event showcases stunning garden designs, offers gardening tips from experts, and features a fantastic selection of Irish food and drink.

Discover the Rich Flavor of Ór-Real Irish Butter

At our stand, you'll have the opportunity to sample our award-winning butter, made from the finest cream sourced from grass-fed cows. Our butter is known for its exceptional taste and quality, perfect for enhancing your favorite recipes or simply enjoying on a slice of freshly baked bread.

In the realm of butter, where quality is paramount and tradition meets innovation, Ór-Real Irish Butter has once again proven its excellence by securing the prestigious Gold award at the Irish Quality Food & Drink Awards 2023. This remarkable achievement underscores the brand's unwavering commitment to crafting the finest Irish butter, and it's a testament to the enduring partnership between North Cork Creameries and their dedicated local farmers.

Pat Sheenan, CEO of North Cork Creameries, shared his thoughts on this remarkable win, saying, "We work with farmers we know best and whose families have been supplying milk to us for generations. This gives us full control over the quality of our milk that goes into Ór Real Irish Butter."

The story of Ór-Real Irish Butter is one deeply rooted in tradition, heritage, and a profound connection to the lush, verdant lands of North Cork. Nestled along the banks of the River Blackwater and within the shadow of the historic Kanturk Castle, this extraordinary location in North Cork provides the ideal environment for producing the highest-quality milk from contented, grass-fed cows.

The 2 Star Great Taste Award is a huge boost for Ór-Real Irish Butter and North Cork Creameries. The entrants go through a rigorous and independent judging process with a panel of 500 industry experts taking part. Entries found to be ‘outstanding’ during the blind tasting are awarded two-stars.

One of the judges described Ór-Real Irish Butter as: “A handsome block of butter with an appealing yellow tinge to the colour. Oh la la! Deliciously creamy with just the right amount and balance of salt! Clean on the palate with a fresh grassy aftertaste. . . . . . Pass the bread!” A second judge added, “A beautifully presented block of butter with a delicate yellow hue. The subtle salting created a lasting deliciousness and enhanced the rich, creaminess of the butter.”

Ór-Real Irish Butter has scooped Gold at the Irish Quality Food & Drink Awards 2022. Ór-Real Irish Butter was named Gold Award winner in the Butter category at a gala ceremony at the Mansion House in Dublin.