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Guinness launches dark lager
Diageo is test-marketing a dark lager under the Guinness banner.
The lager, which is on trial in Northern Ireland, is packaged in a 330ml bottle and brewed using uses the same roasted barley as the stout but with a bespoke lager yeast.
Michael McCann, head of Diageo Northern Ireland said: “I am delighted that Northern Ireland consumers will be able to experience Guinness Black Lager.
"Like all lagers, it is characterised by its refreshing taste. The addition of Guinness expertise, roasted barley and a late hopping imparts a taste that is unique among lagers.”
Ben McFarland, 16.04.2010