Guinness is an iconic Irish stout beer with a dark color and creamy head. It is characterized by its balanced flavor of bitter and sweet, with malt and roast notes. The distinct taste comes from using roasted unmalted barley, giving it a subtle coffee-like bitterness. It is made with water, barley, hops and yeast. Guinness's creamy texture comes from the use of nitrogen gas mixed with carbon dioxide.
Originally brewed in Dublin, Ireland, at St. James's Gate Brewery by Arthur Guinness in 1759, Guinness is now owned by Diageo, a British multinational alcoholic beverage company. Guinness is brewed in almost 50 countries and sold in around 150 worldwide. Guinness Draught, developed in 1959, is the top-selling Guinness beer. Besides the Draught, other varieties include Guinness 0.0%, Guinness Extra Stout, and Guinness Foreign Extra Stout. Prices vary, but a pint of Guinness Draught averages around $4 (ex-tax) for a 750ml serving. However, the cost of a pint at a bar can range from $5.45 in West Virginia to $9.35 in California. Guinness is widely available at bars, restaurants, and retail stores.
