10 Things you always wanted to know about GUINNESS

How does the small plastic ball in the GUINNESS cans work?

in the bottom of each can

content: small amount of beer and nitrogen

can is opened: content come out from the ball create the famous creamy head

The ball gives GUINNESS Draught in cans the taste and texture of a pub poured pint at home.

What are the most important ingredients in GUINNESS?

roasted, malted barley, hops, yeast and water

Why is GUINNESS black?

malted barley is roasted like coffee beans dark colour

Why is the head of GUINNESS Draught creamy white?

is created by the bubbles when the beer comes out from the barrel

How many calories does GUINNESS contain?

has no fat; but: protein, sugar, carbohydrates and alcohol

210 calories per pint;

pint of milk has 260 calories

orange juice has 220 calories

How should GUINNESS Draught be poured?

First, start with a clean, dry glass. Pour the GUINNESS into a glass which is hold at 45 degrees, until it is ¾ full. Allow the surge to settle before filling the glass completely to the top. Your perfect pint, with its creamy white head, is ready to drink.

Is the GUINNESS in Ireland made with water from the River Liffey?

No. While the St. James's Gate Brewery is situated on the banks of the River Liffey, the water used in the brewing process comes from the Wicklow mountains, south of Dublin.

How many different types of GUINNESS are there?

around 20 variants of GUINNESS stout around the world

How many countries worldwide is GUINNESS sold in?

November 1995 El Salvador: 50^th country in which GUINNESS is brewed

150^th in which it is sold

How much GUINNESS is sold worldwide?

10 million glasses are enjoyed every day