OT: House of Guinness
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Guinness extra stout isn’t that bad. But there are way better options out there
If you ever go to Ireland then try it. Big difference in the taste. Like comparing an ice cold Budweiser bottle to a Natty that has been sitting in the bed of a truck for the weekend.
People always talk about Guinness being heavy, but it's not - about 125 calories in 12oz, just a little more than a typical light beer and much less than an IPA or whatever
I drank my weight in Guinness a few weeks ago in Dublin. Probably more of a "when in Rome / subliminal" deal but I absolutely agree with them.
I can confirm. I'm not really a Guinness fan, at all, but went and toured the Guinness factory in Dublin while there. The last stop on the tour is in the tasting room on the top floor with a great view of the city of Dublin and the sea. The Guinness there was really, really good. Came home, bought some, never finished it tasted very different.
Interesting note: The original lease on that land and factory signed in 1759 was/is 9,000 years at £45 per year..................
Try a black and tan. It’s half Guinness and half Harp. I don’t like Guinness alone but I like a black and tan.
Blacksmith is better in my opinion. Half Guinness half Smithwicks
I like Smithwicks but haven’t combined them. Will try that at next bar that has them on tap. Loved Guinness in Ireland but also love it on draft here, especially if they pour it right. Don’t like it out of the can or bottle
But whatever you do…
DO NOT CALL IT A BLACK & TAN… ESPECIALLY if you’re in Ireland…
Just call it a Half and Half
Black and tan is considered to be offensive because…
Black and Tans - Wikipedia
Next thing you'll say is don't call a shot of Irish Cream and Irish Whiskey dropped into a pint of Guiness an Irish Car Bomb.But whatever you do…
DO NOT CALL IT A BLACK & TAN… ESPECIALLY if you’re in Ireland…
Just call it a Half and Half
Black and tan is considered to be offensive because…
Black and Tans - Wikipedia
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I love smithwicks. Used to live walking distance to a bar that had it on tap. I'll have to try that.
Taking troops to and from the Middle East, the rotator often stops in Shannon, Ireland. Returning from a particular country that didn't allow alcohol, even to westerners, we were hyped to drink some Guinness when we landed in Shannon. Wouldn't you know it, they were out!
And it's pronounced Smith-icks, you will be made an example of in the pub if you call it Smith-wicks. They love to give Americans Sh-it about stuff like that
Do a scotch shot, and eat a loaf of bread. As opposed to a Guinness. Just one Devils opinion.
Just arrived in Dublin so this is a timely thread. Going to Guinness and Teeling tomorrow.
Totally agree with this. Visit St James gate if you get the chance
I love how this thread shifted from talking about the show to talking about beer.
I approve.
-Klovis
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-Klovis
That tour is my favorite that I have taken of a brewery. Cool building with a fantastic view of Dublin.
Yeah. Irish stout. It's definitely not your typical British or American stout, but its dry, light profile definitely has a place and its advantages. You can drink about 10 pints is one.
