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A Bold Fusion of Cultures: New Guinness Fonio Stout Honors African Heritage and Irish Tradition As Part of the Brewing for Impact Campaign

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Guinness and Brooklyn Brewery have launched Guinness Fonio Stout, a -edition beer featuring West African fonio grain, as part of the Brewing for Impact campaign. Created in collaboration with Brooklyn Brewery Brewmaster Garrett Oliver, this 6.2% ABV stout combines Irish heritage with West African culture, offering flavors of roasted coffee, chocolate, and tropical fruits.

The beer's packaging, designed by Haitian American artist Kervin Brisseaux, celebrates Guinness's African history and Brooklyn's cultural essence. Available through December 31, 2024, in New York, Northern New Jersey, and select regional chains at $13.99 for a four-pack. Guinness is supporting The Michael James Jackson Foundation with a $10,000 donation to advance brewing education for underrepresented communities.

Guinness e Brooklyn Brewery hanno lanciato Guinness Fonio Stout, una birra in edizione limitata che utilizza il grano fonio dell'Africa occidentale, come parte della campagna Brewing for Impact. Creata in collaborazione con il mastro birraio di Brooklyn Brewery Garrett Oliver, questa stout con un tasso alcolico del 6,2% unisce l'eredità irlandese alla cultura dell'Africa occidentale, offrendo sapori di caffè tostato, cioccolato e frutti tropicali.

Il packaging della birra, progettato dall'artista haitiano-americano Kervin Brisseaux, celebra la storia africana di Guinness e l'essenza culturale di Brooklyn. Disponibile fino al 31 dicembre 2024, a New York, nel New Jersey settentrionale e in alcune catene regionali a $13,99 per un pacco da quattro. Guinness sostiene la Michael James Jackson Foundation con una donazione di $10.000 per promuovere l'educazione birraia per le comunità sottorappresentate.

Guinness y Brooklyn Brewery han lanzado Guinness Fonio Stout, una cerveza de edición limitada que presenta el grano fonio de África occidental, como parte de la campaña Brewing for Impact. Creada en colaboración con el maestro cervecero de Brooklyn Brewery, Garrett Oliver, esta stout con un 6.2% de ABV combina la herencia irlandesa con la cultura de África occidental, ofreciendo sabores de café tostado, chocolate y frutas tropicales.

El empaque de la cerveza, diseñado por el artista haitiano-estadounidense Kervin Brisseaux, celebra la historia africana de Guinness y la esencia cultural de Brooklyn. Disponible hasta el 31 de diciembre de 2024, en Nueva York, el norte de Nueva Jersey y algunas cadenas regionales a $13.99 por un paquete de cuatro. Guinness está apoyando la Fundación Michael James Jackson con una donación de $10,000 para avanzar en la educación cervecera de comunidades subrepresentadas.

기네스브루클린 양조장은 아프리카 서부의 포니오 곡물이 포함된 기네스 포니오 스타우트를 출시했습니다. 이는 Impact를 위한 양조 캠페인의 일환으로 진행되었습니다. 브루클린 양조장의 브루마스터인 개릿 올리버와 협력하여 제작한 이 6.2% ABV 스타우트는 아이리시 유산과 아프리카 서부 문화를 결합하여 볶은 커피, 초콜릿 및 열대 과일의 풍미를 제공합니다.

이 맥주의 포장은 아이티계 미국 아티스트 커빈 브리소가 디자인하였으며 기네스의 아프리카 역사와 브루클린의 문화적 본질을 기립니다. 2024년 12월 31일까지 뉴욕, 뉴저지 북부 및 일부 지역 체인에서 $13.99에 4팩으로 구매 가능합니다. 기네스는 소수 집단을 위한 양조 교육을 증진하기 위해 마이클 제임스 잭슨 재단에 $10,000를 기부하고 있습니다.

Guinness et Brooklyn Brewery ont lancé Guinness Fonio Stout, une bière de édition limitée contenant du grain fonio d'Afrique de l'Ouest, dans le cadre de la campagne Brewing for Impact. Créée en collaboration avec le maître brasseur de Brooklyn Brewery, Garrett Oliver, cette stout à 6,2% d'alcool associe l'héritage irlandais à la culture de l'Afrique de l'Ouest, offrant des saveurs de café torréfié, de chocolat et de fruits tropicaux.

L'emballage de la bière, conçu par l'artiste haïtien-américain Kervin Brisseaux, célèbre l'histoire africaine de Guinness et l'essence culturelle de Brooklyn. Disponible jusqu'au 31 décembre 2024, à New York, dans le nord du New Jersey et dans certaines chaînes régionales au prix de 13,99 $ pour un pack de quatre. Guinness soutient la Michael James Jackson Foundation avec un don de 10 000 $ pour promouvoir l'éducation à la bière dans les communautés sous-représentées.

Guinness und Brooklyn Brewery haben Guinness Fonio Stout herausgebracht, ein limitierte Edition Bier, das das westafrikanische Fonio-Getreide verwendet und Teil der Kampagne Brewing for Impact ist. In Zusammenarbeit mit Brooklyn Brewery Braumeister Garrett Oliver kreiert, vereint dieses Stout mit 6,2% ABV irische Tradition mit westafrikanischer Kultur und bietet Aromen von geröstetem Kaffee, Schokolade und tropischen Früchten.

Das Packaging des Bieres, entworfen von dem haitianisch-amerikanischen Künstler Kervin Brisseaux, würdigt die afrikanische Geschichte von Guinness und das kulturelle Wesen Brooklyns. Bis zum 31. Dezember 2024 erhältlich in New York, Nord-New Jersey und ausgewählten regionalen Ketten zum Preis von 13,99 $ für ein Viererpack. Guinness unterstützt die Michael James Jackson Foundation mit einer Spende von 10.000 $, um das Brauen für unterrepräsentierte Gemeinschaften zu fördern.

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Guinness and Brooklyn Brewery Brewmaster Garrett Oliver Launch a Limited Time Beer to Celebrate the Power of Tradition and Innovation

NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Guinness and Brooklyn Brewery have just announced the launch of Guinness Fonio Stout, a limited-edition beer brewed in support of the Brewing for Impact campaign - a collaborative initiative inspired by Brooklyn Brewery Brewmaster Garrett Oliver's pioneering work with ancient West African grain fonio. Now available in select locations in the greater New York area, this beer celebrates the rich global history of Guinness, blending their Irish heritage with the vibrancy of West African culture and the creative spirit Garrett Oliver. He's enjoyed a 30-year journey at Brooklyn Brewery driven by a fearless passion to perfect his craft, which has inspired the Brewing for Impact initiative, rooted in beer's power to unite people, cultures & traditions.

Together, they dive into new ways to highlight Fonio's versatility in brewing, showcasing how this remarkable ancient grain enhances this Guinness stout with a flavorful combination of roasted coffee, chocolate, and tropical fruits.

"Fonio Stout is an example of the magic that comes from blending the right amount of heritage and innovation, and we're thrilled about how this collaborative brew has captured the best of both Guinness and Brooklyn Brewery," said Joyce He, Guinness Brand Director. "Bringing our brewers together with Garrett Oliver and artist Kervin Brisseaux is a celebration that represents our commitment to pushing boundaries of creativity in brewing and cultivating social impact on a global level. Simply put, grab one while you can!"

Designed by Haitian American artist Kervin Brisseaux, the beer's packaging artwork celebrates Guinness's centuries-long history in Africa, blended with the cultural heartbeats of Brooklyn. You'll find several nods to both within the illustrations, from subway cars to fonio grains to the likeness of Garrett Oliver himself.   

"Guinness is the first beer I ever loved," said Oliver. "And to be able to share my passion for brewing and for sustainability by creating this Fonio Stout for a brand that's known for cultivating connections across the globe - well, it's been a dream realized. Working together, Guinness and I have the same vision - to ensure no matter where you are in the world or how you choose to celebrate, there's a great beer to help you enjoy yourself."

In partnership with the Brewing for Impact initiative, Guinness proudly supports The Michael James Jackson Foundation for Brewing and Distilling, founded by Garrett Oliver, with a $10,000 donation via the Guinness Gives Back Fund, to support their efforts in funding technical education and career advancement for Black, Indigenous, and people of color in brewing and distilling.

With an ABV of 6.2%, Guinness Fonio Stout is available exclusively in New York, Northern New Jersey, and select regional chains while supplies last through December 31, 2024. It's available in four-packs of 16 oz. cans at a suggested retail price of $13.99 and is also available at our local Open Gate Breweries in Chicago and Baltimore.

Guinness and Brooklyn Brewery are celebrating the launch of this limited-edition beer with an exclusive launch event at Brooklyn Brewery in New York City, alongside partners African Chophouse. The public is invited to attend specialty beer dinners to enjoy Guinness Fonio Stout alongside a curated dining experience highlighting the Fonio grain at Guinness' stateside breweries in Baltimore and Chicago.

  • Guinness Fonio Stout Beer Dinner @ Open Gate Brewery Chicago – Monday, November 18th, 6-10pm CT (More Information Here)
  • Guinness Fonio Stout Beer Dinner @ Open Gate Brewery Baltimore – Thursday, November 21st, 6-10pm ET (More Information Here)

Guinness x Brooklyn Brewery: Reimagining what beer can be. No matter where you're enjoying a Guinness, whether you're in Brooklyn, Ireland or sipping a pint off the western coast of Africa, remember to always savor each sip and celebrate responsibly!

About the Brewing for Impact Campaign: 
Launched in celebration of James Beard Award Winning Brewmaster of Brooklyn Brewery's 30th anniversary with the brewery, Brewing for Impact is a global initiative that has united breweries from around the world in a mission to drive social change through beer. Inspired by Oliver's pioneering work with fonio—an ancient West African grain lauded for its resilience and cultural significance—the campaign brings together renowned brewing partners including Guinness along with Maison Kalao from Senegal, Thornbridge from the UK, Omnipollo from Sweden, Carlsberg from Denmark, Russian River from the US, Jing-A from China, and Brooklyn Brewery itself. This year, each brewery has created a unique beer featuring fonio, honoring the grain's role in African heritage and supporting the livelihoods of West African farmers, predominantly women-led. Through Brewing for Impact, Garrett Oliver and his collaborators are reimagining the brewing landscape, using innovative ingredients to celebrate global heritage and inspire the next generation of brewers worldwide.

About Guinness
The Guinness brand was established in 1759, when Arthur Guinness signed a 9,000 year lease on St. James's Gate Brewery in Dublin. Brewed using four main ingredients, water, barley (malted & roasted), hops and yeast, Guinness is the world's most popular stout. The iconic beer is brewed in 49 countries worldwide and sold in over 150 with almost 9 million glasses of Guinness enjoyed every day around the world. The most GUINNESS is sold in Great Britain, Ireland, USA, Nigeria and Cameroon. More information can be found at www.guinness.com.

About Diageo
Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands including Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, Bulleit and Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Casamigos, DeLeon and Don Julio tequilas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Tanqueray and Guinness.

Diageo is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: DEO) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE: DGE) and their products are sold in more than 180 countries around the world. For more information about Diageo, their people, brands, and performance, visit www.diageo.com. Visit Diageo's global responsible drinking resource, www.DRINKiQ.com, for information, initiatives, and ways to share best practice. Follow Twitter and Instagram for news and information about Diageo North America: @Diageo_NA.

About Brooklyn Brewery: 
Brooklyn Brewery is a leading global independent craft brewer and a pioneer of the American craft beer revolution. From our home in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, we are always in the making, drawing inspiration from our local community of innovators, makers, and doers to spread the culture and creativity of craft beer to 30 states and over 30 countries on 5 continents. Learn more at brooklynbrewery.com.

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FAQ

What is Guinness Fonio Stout and when will it be available?

Guinness Fonio Stout is a -edition beer made with West African fonio grain, available through December 31, 2024, in New York, Northern New Jersey, and select regional chains.

How much does Guinness Fonio Stout cost and what is its alcohol content?

Guinness Fonio Stout has a 6.2% ABV and is priced at $13.99 for a four-pack of 16 oz. cans.

What charitable contribution is Guinness making with this release?

Guinness is donating $10,000 to The Michael James Jackson Foundation for Brewing and Distilling through the Guinness Gives Back Fund.

Where can I attend Guinness Fonio Stout beer dinner events?

Beer dinner events are being held at Open Gate Brewery Chicago on November 18th and Open Gate Brewery Baltimore on November 21st.

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