Enjoying a pint of Guinness has become synonymous with St Patrick's Day celebrations for keen drinkers up and down the country. A staggering 1.3 million pints were sold in the UK around St Patrick's Day 2022.
And it seems as though this year could be busier than ever before, says the firm. Venues will be preparing for St Patrick's Day in just two weeks time, with millions gathering to celebrate Ireland's rich heritage.
So if you are planning on heading out to get the perfect pint this St Patrick's Day, Guinness has now revealed the top 20 pubs offering the best of the black stuff. It means you will be able to say "slainte" (health) when you lift a beer with mates.
Neil Shah, Head of Guinness GB noted: “St Patrick’s Day is a momentous occasion for Guinness and this year as the no.1 Beer in UK pubs it’s extra special. As always, so much hard work has gone into ensuring that the quality of the perfect pint of Guinness never wavers and that every pint poured is as iconic as the last – regardless of demand.
"For us, St Patrick’s Day is all about bringing people together to celebrate with friends and family. Whether you choose to enjoy a classic pint of Guinness Draught, or Guinness 0.0 - our non-alcoholic alternative - we want to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome."
Guinness’ list of recommended pubs:
Old George Inn, Old George Yard, Newcastle
The Albert Hotel, 85 Walton Breck Rd, Liverpool
White Hart, 54-58 Park Row, Bristol
Finnegan’s Wake, 9b Victoria St, Edinburgh
Hideout Derby, 9 – 11 Market Place, Derby
The Cabbage Patch, 67 London Road, Twickenham
The Alma, 499 Old York Road, London
The Alexandra, 14 Clapham Common Southside, London
Greene Man, 383 Euston Road, London
The Railway Tavern, 15 Liverpool Street, London
O’Neill’s Kings Cross, 73-77 Euston Road, London
O’Neill’s Carnaby Street, 37-38 Great Marlborough Street, London
The Crabtree, Rainville Road, London
O’Neill’s Liverpool, 68 Hanover Street, Liverpool
O’Neill’s Reading, 4 Friar Street, Reading
O’Neill’s Birmingham, Broad Street, Birmingham
Old George Inn, Old George Yard, Newcastle
The White Harte, 54-58 Park Row, Bristol
Finnegan’s Wake, 9b Victoria Street, Edinburgh
The Hideout, 9-11 Market Place, Derby