THERE’S NOTHING ON THIS PLANET LIKE A PINT OF THE BLACK STUFF

Guinness, a stout that commands attention with its deep, obsidian hue, is crafted with a meticulous blend of roasted barley, hops, yeast, and pure Irish water. The brewing process, shrouded in tradition, involves a precise dance of ingredients that culminates in a liquid masterpiece.

Roasted Barley Alchemy: At the heart of Guinness lies the artful use of roasted barley, imparting a robust and complex flavor profile. The carefully roasted grains contribute coffee and chocolate undertones, elevating the stout to a realm of sensory delight.

A Pint Of patience

The iconic Guinness pint, adorned with its creamy, cascading head, is not merely a vessel but a testament to the art of pouring. The two-part pour, a ballet of tilt and settle, ensures that each sip is an experience in itself. The result? A velvety texture that caresses the palate, inviting a slow, contemplative indulgence.

Guinness Draught: A Symphony of Flavor

Visual Symphony: As the nitrogen bubbles dance and settle, creating the signature creamy head, your eyes behold the visual poetry of a perfectly poured Guinness pint.

Aromas that Speak: Bring the glass to your nose, and you're greeted by an orchestra of aromas – roasted malt, hints of coffee, and a subtle sweetness. It's a prelude to the symphony that awaits.

Velvet on the Palate: The first sip is an immersion into a world of contrasts. The initial creaminess gives way to a cascade of roasted malt, tempered by a gentle bitterness. It's a journey through layers of flavor, akin to savoring a well-composed sonata.

Guinness - Beyond the pint

Beyond its exquisite taste, Guinness has embedded itself in cultural folklore. The famed Guinness Storehouse in Dublin invites visitors on a sensory journey, celebrating the brand's history, brewing techniques, and the iconic Guinness toucan – a symbol of wit and charm.

The Story Of Guinness

The Lease of Life

At this stage you’d be forgiven for thinking the story of ‘Arthur Guinness’ was a myth. But he was very real, and every pint served around the world is one more pint of his undeniable legacy. Arthur Guinness was the first in a long line of Guinness Master Brewers and the craft of brewing at St. James’s Gate Brewery was handed down from generation to generation. Arthur himself most likely developed his passion for brewing from his father, Richard, who was said to be in charge of brewing in the Celbridge estate of Dr. Arthur Price, later Archbishop of Cashel’

On 31st December 1759, the man signed a NINE THOUSAND YEAR lease on St. James’s Gate Brewery in Dublin. If that’s not belief, we don’t know what is. And now we can see that his belief was a vision. A vision he saw before any of us were even born. His entrepreneurial spirit was on another level.

The Harp

If you see the cover of an Irish passport, you’ll see nothing but a Harp. It’s the official national emblem of Ireland. You’ll notice the harp on Irish coins too. In fact, if you see someone tossing a coin in Ireland, you might even hear them call ‘Heads or Harps?’ instead of ‘Heads or Tails.’ The design stems from the15th Century "Brian Boru" harp, a symbol that reflects Irish culture and arts. But it was Guinness that staked a claim on the harp first. By the 1860’s, Guinness stout was available all over the world and the Guinness family were in search of a symbol that would firmly identify Guinness as an Irish product and the harp was recognised as the symbol of all that was great about Irish culture and heritage. Therefore, when the Irish Free State was created in 1922, the Irish government in turn had to position their harp facing the other way due to trademark registration. If you’re looking back at old Guinness memorabilia, you’ll notice that the number of strings on the Guinness Harp varies. That’s because the design became more minimal over the years, losing strings along the way, since it first made its appearance on a Guinness bottle label in 1862.A designer called Gerry Barney was instrumental (excuse the pun) in the Harp’s evolution having re-designed the Harp in 1968, and again in 2005. Cheers, Gerry! And if you’re ever in Dublin, before you pop into the Guinness Storehouse, slip into the Trinity College Library. You can see the real "Brian Boru" harp, sitting unaware of its own history. Or is it?