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Fresh tasting notes, news-cycle reactions and longer takes on the Irish stout scene.

News · Apr 2026

Forged Irish Stout in 2026: where to find it, what's changed

5 min read · stockist update

Three years on from the August 2023 retail launch, Forged Irish Stout is in 350+ ASDA stores, all major US off-trade chains, and most of Canada. Here's what's actually on the shelves in 2026, what's rotated out, and what to expect next.

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Roundup · Apr 2026

The 8 best Irish stouts to try in 2026

9 min read · style guide

Eight stouts that capture the breadth of contemporary Irish brewing. Heritage, craft, light, heavy, mainstream, niche. Honest tasting notes, no kickbacks.

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Tasting · Apr 2026

Forged vs Guinness: the honest taste test

7 min read · blind tasting

Two cans, two glasses, no labels. We poured Forged Irish Stout next to Guinness Draught and asked four drinkers to call out the differences. The results are smaller than the marketing suggests.

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