These Are the Best Stouts That You Should Be Sipping This St. Patrick’s Day

Stout was originally used to designate a particularly strong beer. But toward the end of the 18th century, particularly in Ireland, darker beers rose in popularity amongst a sea of ales, and stout became its own breed of smooth, dark, and creamy brew.

As Guinness began shipping stout out of its St. James Gate brewery, the style rose in popularity and prevalence beyond the pubs of Dublin. So, whether you're celebrating your Irish heritage, pretending you have some, or just looking forward to a good beer, pour one of these stouts on March 17.