Flavor Profile
How this beer tastes, mapped across 44 dimensions
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About Irish Extra Stout
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Irish Extra Stout?
Stouts are dark ales with roasted barley character, 4–8% ABV and IBU 25–45. Expect coffee, dark chocolate and toast flavors with a creamy body and dry finish.
Finding a similar Irish Extra Stout
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Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Guinness Extra Stout
Slightly warmer than you might expect. 10–13°C lets the roasted malt, chocolate and coffee notes open up fully.
The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.
Drink within a year. Standard stouts are best fresh but hold reasonably well for 6–12 months.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Guinness Extra Stout
◎ Appearance
Deep black color with exceptional clarity and a thick, creamy tan head that persists throughout the drinking experience. The nitrogen carbonation creates a distinctive cascading effect and tight, long-lasting foam collar. A benchmark example of visual presentation in the stout category.
◌ Aroma
Prominent roasted coffee and dark chocolate notes dominate the nose, with subtle grain and malt undertones. The aroma is restrained and elegant, allowing the intensity of the roasted character to shine without overwhelming. A dry, slightly bitter quality emerges as the beer warms.
◐ Taste
The palate opens with bold roasted malt and coffee flavors that build through the mid-palate, followed by a sharp, assertive bitterness that distinguishes this from the Draught version. Rich dark chocolate notes weave throughout, while the creamy mouthfeel—courtesy of nitrogen—balances the intensity. Full-bodied and complex, with excellent depth for its 5.6% ABV.
◑ Finish
A sharp, dry finish that cuts cleanly through the palate with lingering roasted and bitter notes. The aftertaste is remarkably dry and crisp, leaving a pleasant grip without excessive harshness.
Food Pairings
What to eat with Guinness Extra Stout