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Where is Guinness Extra Stout brewed?

Genuine import Verified Last checked 5 September 2026

Guinness Extra Stout is genuinely imported from Ireland, at the same strength as at home.

4.2%
UK
4.2%
Ireland
The UK version matches the strength sold in Ireland.
Brewed for the UK in
Imported from Ireland
Imported
Sold as a beer from Guinness harp and St James's Gate heritage
Brewed in (country)
Ireland
Brand owner HQ: United Kingdom
UK rights held by
Diageo Great Britain Ltd (owned)
UK strength
4.2%
Strength at home (Ireland)
4.2%
Sold in GB as Guinness Original / Extra Stout at 4.2%, the same as the Irish Extra Stout.
Style
Irish stout
Variant as recorded
Original / Extra Stout
Brand created
1821, Ireland
Brewed at home in
St James's Gate, Dublin, Ireland
What the UK label says
“Country of origin: Ireland. Product copy: 'Still brewed at our St. James's Gate brewery in Dublin'. UK contact address 16 Great Marlborough Street, London W1F 7HS.”
Source: www.ocado.com

In short

Guinness Extra Stout is imported. The UK product is brewed at St James's Gate, Dublin in Ireland. It is also the same strength as at home, 4.2%. The brand belongs to Diageo plc.

Who has brewed it here

YearsBrewerSiteSource
? to 2005Guinness Ltd / DiageoPark Royal, Londonbreweryhistory.com
2005 to nowDiageo (import from Dublin)St James's Gate, Dublinocado.com

What changed

Questions people ask

Where is Guinness Extra Stout brewed?

The UK product is imported. It is brewed at St James's Gate, Dublin in Ireland.

Is Guinness Extra Stout brewed in the UK?

No. The UK product is brewed in Ireland.

Is Guinness Extra Stout really Irish?

Yes, on origin: the UK product is brewed in Ireland.

Who owns Guinness Extra Stout?

Guinness Extra Stout is owned by Diageo plc, headquartered in the United Kingdom. In the UK the brand is handled by Diageo Great Britain Ltd.

What strength is Guinness Extra Stout in the UK?

Guinness Extra Stout is 4.2% ABV in the UK. In Ireland it is 4.2%.

Is Guinness Extra Stout weaker in the UK than in Ireland?

No. It is 4.2% in both the UK and Ireland.

See also

Side by side with Caffrey's Irish Ale and Harp Lager.

Every beer sold as Ireland · Every brand owned by Diageo plc

Sources

  1. Ocado (ocado.com), 5 September 2026: 4.2% ABV, country of origin Ireland, 'Still brewed at our St. James's Gate brewery in Dublin'
  2. Morrisons (groceries.morrisons.com), 5 September 2026: Guinness Original Extra Stout sold in GB at 4.2%