The History of GUINNESS

September 24th as Nigeria raises their glasses and the worldwide celebration of Arthur Guinness Day.

Starts with just one man, but it's not down to a single 'eureka' moment. The history of GUINNESS® is a stirring tale of inspiration, dedication, ingenuity and effort. It's over two centuries of sublime brewing craft, a remarkable knack for spreading the word and more than a few leaps of faith. It's the story of how a unique Irish stout became, with a little magic, one of the World's best-loved beers.

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Black & Gold Is Never Old as Guinness Celebrates 250 On Saturday 18th of July,
Guinness launched their Guinness 250 campaign.

Guinness announced a National Consumer Promotion to celebrate 250 years and reward loyal consumers and asked that we all be in expectation of September 24th as Nigeria raises their glasses and the worldwide celebration of Arthur Guinness Day.

Lots of gift to be won!!!!!!!!!!!!

And the highpoint of the night, Jay-Jay Okocha was unveiled as the new Guinness ambassador. Then it was capped with performances by Banky W, MI and DJ Jimmy-Jatt at the afterparty at Volar NightClub.Nice One Guinness.

Mounted the MC of the night, Guinness celebration 250 was

Frank Edo