Best Irish Beer for St. Patrick's Day

Best Irish Beer for St. Patrick's Day
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Get a taste of the Emerald Isle with GAYOT's list of the Best Irish Beers for St. Patrick's Day. Whether you want a potent, full-bodied brew or a light and crisp drink, we have just the pours for you. For more top picks, make sure to read the full list.

So you want a perfect pour of Guinness? We don't blame you. This stout is famed for its thick, foamy head and rich chocolate and coffee flavors. For your ideal drinking experience, Guinness Draught and widget-equipped cans are pressurized with nitrogen, giving the beer those tiny bubbles and smooth mouthfeel that fans love so much.

More on the lighter and sweeter side of Irish beer, Murphy's Irish Stout is akin to drinking chocolate milk topped with a double shot of espresso and finished with a thick head of caramel-infused goodness. Go ahead and have a Guinness for dinner, but save this one for dessert.

Ireland is famous for its stout, but this Irish wheat beer holds its own. Also known as Curim Gold Celtic Wheat, this brew from O'Hara's is an easy-drinking golden ale. It has a delightful nose of banana, peach and plum, which balances the bitter hops on the finish. At just 4.3 percent alcohol, the Irish Wheat works well with food or as a session ale. If you find this one, good for you – it has limited availability in the US.

See GAYOT's full list of the top beers from Ireland.

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