Thursday September 22, 2011 was a day to be remembered as thousands of Guyanese joined Guinness drinkers worldwide in celebrating the 252nd anniversary of a man named Arthur and a beer named Guinness. Persons converged on the various “Guinness” bars across the country to partake in the dark smooth taste of the beverage which can be found in over 150 countries worldwide.
The festivities locally were spearheaded by beverage giant and brewer of Guinness, Banks DIH Ltd. Quite fittingly at 1759 hrs, coinciding with the year the beverage was first brewed in St. James Gate Dublin Ireland, the bar was open and pandemonium broke out as persons rushed to collect as many free Guinness they could get their hands on. Accompanied by excellent musical selections by some of Guyana’s most talented DJ’s, the Guinness Bar on Joseph Pollydore Street Lodge was just one of the many locations where lovers of the dark beverage converged to celebrate the auspicious day.
Though many persons were pleased to collect free beverages, patrons were also afforded the opportunity to acquire Guinness branded apparel with the purchase of 6 or more of the gold labeled beer. As a result before the end of the night there was a sea of black tee-shirts and hats visible at the venue all bearing the distinctive Guinness logo. In addition persons were given the opportunity to watch the Anniversary Guinness concert live which was being streamed from Jamaica compliments of Guinness Caribbean.
Persons were also given the opportunity to gain tickets to the Guinness Greatness concert at GNS ground the following night featuring Guyanese born reggae superstar Natural Black and headlined by the versatile dancehall icon Mr. Vegas. The concert is also slated to be streamed live across the Caribbean.
Guinness is a recognized brand worldwide which stands for excellence and has a taste that cannot be duplicated by any beer maker. Given the successful nature of the brand even after 252 years it is safe to say that Guinness will be around for a long time and the Guyanese market for the beverage is only growing. Anytime, anywhere good beer is sold purchase a dark cold Guinness and stick it in the air and toast TO ARTHUR!
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By – Andrew Ross