Guinness Draught 0.0 Non-Alcoholic 4Pk

Guinness Draught 0.0 Non-Alcoholic 4Pk is a non-alcoholic Irish stout containing less than 0.5% ABV, sold as four 14.9 oz (440ml) nitrogen-widget cans. Brewed at St. James's Gate in Dublin and cold-filtered to remove alcohol, this expression won a World Beer Awards medal for Best Non-Alcoholic Beer and delivers a remarkably faithful recreation of the original Guinness Draught experience.

Quick Facts: ABV: <0.5%  |  Origin: Dublin, Ireland  |  Style: Non-Alcoholic Dry Irish Stout  |  Brewery: St. James's Gate

Production & Heritage

St. James's Gate Brewery has operated in Dublin since 1759, making it one of the world's most storied brewing sites. Guinness Draught 0.0 begins life as a fully brewed stout using water, malted barley, roasted barley, hops, and fructose before undergoing a proprietary cold filtration process that strips out the alcohol while preserving the beer's core flavor compounds. Each can contains a nitrogen widget — the same technology used in regular Guinness Draught — which releases a burst of nitrogen upon opening, generating the signature cascading surge and dense, creamy head that define the brand.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Sweet malt leads the nose, followed by roasted coffee and a faint cocoa-like undertone. A subtle biscuit quality rounds out the bouquet.

Taste: The first sip delivers smooth roasted barley bitterness balanced by mild chocolate sweetness. At mid-palate the malt character deepens, with coffee notes becoming more prominent. A gentle interplay of bitter and sweet keeps the flavor grounded and recognizable as Guinness.

Finish: Medium in length with a dry, lightly roasted close and lingering malt. The creamy mouthfeel from nitrogen carbonation persists well after each sip.

How to Drink Guinness 0.0

Pour the entire can in one smooth motion into a Guinness-style pint glass held at a slight angle, then allow the cascade to settle fully before drinking — this ritual is essential for proper head formation and aroma release. Beyond drinking it straight, Guinness 0.0 works well in a non-alcoholic Black Velvet (topped with dealcoholized sparkling wine for a creamy, effervescent contrast), a zero-proof Snakebite (blended with non-alcoholic cider for a balanced bitter-sweet combination), or as the base of a non-alcoholic Michelada (mixed with lime, hot sauce, and Worcestershire for a savory, brunch-friendly drink).

Best For

• Dry January participants seeking a full-flavored stout experience
• Designated drivers who still want to enjoy a genuine beer at the pub or barbecue
• Athletes or fitness-focused drinkers looking for a post-workout alternative with familiar flavor
• Hosting gatherings where both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options should feel equally premium

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Guinness 0.0 taste like? Guinness 0.0 delivers roasted malt, coffee, and chocolate flavors carried on a smooth, nitrogen-creamy body, closely mirroring the profile of regular Guinness Draught with only a slightly thinner mid-palate.

How does Guinness 0.0 compare to Big Drop Galactic Milk Stout? Big Drop Galactic Milk Stout leans sweeter and fuller-bodied with pronounced lactose character, while Guinness 0.0 is drier, more bitter-forward, and relies on nitrogen carbonation for its signature creamy texture. Guinness 0.0 will feel more familiar to anyone who already drinks traditional dry Irish stout.

Is Guinness 0.0 good for sipping on its own? Yes — the nitrogen widget creates a velvety mouthfeel that makes it one of the most satisfying non-alcoholic beers to drink straight from a proper pour, without needing mixers or garnishes.

Where is Guinness 0.0 made? Guinness 0.0 is brewed at St. James's Gate Brewery in Dublin, Ireland, the same facility where Arthur Guinness signed his famous 9,000-year lease in 1759.

What foods pair well with Guinness 0.0? Beef stew benefits from the roasted malt echo; oysters are a classic Guinness pairing where the bitterness cuts through brininess; sharp cheddar cheese contrasts the coffee notes; chocolate brownies amplify the cocoa undertones; and smoked salmon plays well against the dry, toasty finish.

What sizes does Guinness 0.0 come in? Guinness Draught 0.0 is commonly available in 4-packs of 14.9 oz (440ml) nitrogen-widget cans, which is the standard format for the U.S. market.

Is Guinness 0.0 worth the price? Guinness 0.0 positions as a premium non-alcoholic beer, priced above most mass-market NA lagers but justified by genuine cold-filtered brewing, nitrogen-widget technology, and a flavor profile that holds up against its alcoholic counterpart far better than most dealcoholized competitors.

Why Guinness 0.0?

What separates Guinness 0.0 from the crowded non-alcoholic field is the nitrogen widget — no other major NA beer brand replicates that cascading pour and creamy head with this level of fidelity. The cold filtration method preserves roasted barley and coffee character that many competing NA stouts struggle to retain. Its World Beer Awards recognition validates what the palate confirms: this is one of the few zero-alcohol beers that genuinely tastes like the real thing. For anyone cutting back on alcohol without wanting to abandon the ritual and flavor of a proper stout, Guinness 0.0 stands in a class of its own.