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Originally Posted by NCASAUmp
Sometimes, I prefer to chew mine (Guinness).  |
You know, I have heard similar statements made by other people, and I never have understood them. Guinness is not any thicker than any other beer, and actually has fewer calories than a whole herd of them. If it is because of the color, that is merely accomplished by roasting the barley longer when making malts. If it is because of the tightness of the head, that is caused from the dispensing method, which is a nitrous engine that introduces a nitrous oxide blend into the beer giving it a smoother appearance and better mouthfeel. This is frequently done with stouts and porters for the reason I have stated, and I have actually seen it done with other beer as well. The same effect can be had by buying the bottles and cans with the nitrous widget in them.
Hmmm...never expected to post a rant about beer on an umpiring site!
