Guinness Smooth 6x330ml is a convenient six-pack format of Guinness Smooth, a stout created for those who enjoy the bold character of Guinness in a smoother, more refreshing style. Guinness describes Guinness Smooth as a beer brewed to offer a balance of sweetness and bitterness, with smooth roast notes and a refreshing taste. It has an alcohol content of 4.5% ABV and contains 57 kcal per 100ml.
Taste Profile
Guinness Smooth keeps the familiar dark stout character associated with Guinness but presents it in a more approachable way. Expect roasted barley notes, mild malt sweetness, gentle bitterness and a smooth finish. According to Guinness, the beer is brewed with water, malted barley, barley, roasted barley, sorghum, hops and yeast.
The result is a stout that feels rounded on the palate, with roast flavours that are present without being overpowering. EABL describes Guinness Smooth as a dark stout with a rich, creamy head, rich malty flavours, hints of sweetness and an extra smooth finish.
Tasting Notes
Appearance: Distinctively dark stout with a creamy-looking head.
Aroma: Roasted malt, light grain notes and subtle sweetness.
Palate: Smooth mouthfeel with a balance of sweet and bitter flavours.
Finish: Soft, roasted and easy-going, with a clean stout character.
Serve: Best served chilled in a clean glass to allow the head and roast notes to develop.
Accolades & Brand Recognition
I did not find a verified award specifically for Guinness Smooth 6x330ml from an official awards database. However, the product benefits from the wider Guinness brand heritage, which is globally recognised for stout innovation, brewing consistency and the use of nitrogenation to create a smoother drinking texture. Guinness Smooth itself is highlighted by Guinness and Diageo for its balanced sweet-bitter profile, roast notes and smooth finish.
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