If you’re a fan of the deliciously dark and creamy Guinness, then there’s one game that you might want to try your hand at! Known as “split the G”, this Guinness drinking game is a new trend that’s delighted stout-lovers across the country.
Take a look below to learn more about the rules of this straightforward game and how you can increase your chances of becoming a Guinness drinking legend in your local.
What is split the G?
The “Splitting the G” game simply refers to a phenomenon whereby drinkers are challenged with taking one, right size swig of Guinness so that the stout lands halfway down the “G” logo on the outside of the pint glass, hence the game is known as “split the G”.
Do you split the G or the harp?
Despite the minimal rules in this game, there is some debate over the ‘right’ way to pull off the Guinness challenge, with some dedicated drinkers suggesting that you should drink until the line of stout is between the top of the G and the bottom of the harp.
What is the correct way to Split the G?
To avoid any confusion, however, the most common way of playing the game (as the name suggests) is to drink until the black of the pint is directly in line with the line in the middle of the G, thereby successfully splitting the g on the Guinness. This means the line of the classic foamy top is disregarded.
How do you split the G on a Guinness?
So, how do you split the G on a Guinness glass? While the rules of the game are simple, knowing exactly how much Guinness to drink can be tricky. Often, it’s a case of trial and error, so why not order a few pints of the deliciously dark stout with some pals and give it a go?
How many gulps to Split the G?
The only rule in the game – you can only take one gulp, your first gulp, when splitting the G. In terms of how many sips it takes to split the G and the amount of Guinness you need to drink in the first gulp, opinion varies between three to four standard sips.
Split the G at The Bierkeller!
Eager to attempt to split the G on a Guinness glass? Come on down to your closest Bierkeller bar! With four UK venues to visit, including Birmingham, Nottingham, Manchester, and Liverpool, you’re never too far from a refreshing pint (or stein) of your favourite foamy stout.
Alongside serving up a range of on-tap beers, ciders, and lagers (including the likes of Madri, Corona, and Carling), you’ll also find plenty of alkoholfrei options, and, of course, refreshing steins of our ice-cold, authentically German haus bier!