Guinness shares with fans the ‘official’ rule of incredible pub game

‘Splitting the G’ has become an increasingly popular trend and game on social media and in across the UK, as Guinness has become one of the most popular drinks in the country. With St Patrick’s Day just around the corner, lovers will be looking to settle the debate once and for all – what is the right way to split the G?

It’s a question that’s been debated in boozers across the nation every weekend for several years, since the trend began in 2017. Some argue that your first sip should split the harp and Guinness logo, while others say you should simply split the Guinness lettering. The owner of Guinness, Diageo, has officially settled the debate once and for all – and the answer may shock some people who have spent years splitting the G incorrectly.

Jonathan Sitson, Whipped Cream Expert at Quick Whip, asked Diageo what the correct method was. They replied saying: “The only correct way to Split the G would be when your first uninterrupted sip lines up with the line on the G and E.”

Jonathan explained how to pull off the trend, advising Guinness drinkers to make sure they start with a “chilled” and “clean” glass. He said: “Start with a properly chilled pint in a clean, tilted glass, then take a deliberate, uninterrupted gulp, aiming to precisely align the foam’s edge with the horizontal line of the G and the E. Maintain a steady pace to achieve a clean and even split.

“Practice makes perfect, so if you fail, don’t worry. It’s just an excuse to get yourself another lovely creamy pint and try again! But always make sure you drink responsibly, or try a Guinness 0.0”

Guinness has surged in popularity in recent times, with around 13 million pints drunk every year. However, this at the end of last year.

Pub managers across the UK faced a shortage of Guinness in December and over the Christmas period. They struggled to keep up with the high demand as some suppliers restricted pubs to just two kegs each.