When John Martin arrived in Antwerp in 1909, he began importing English beers into Belgium. It was then in 1913 that Guinness entrusted its exports to Belgium to John Martin. The beginning of a beautiful story that makes John Martin the oldest importer of Guinness in the world! Did you know that John Martin brewed his own recipe for Guinness, only for Belgium, as from 1944? Guinness Special Export (or Antwerp Guinness) is still the most popular stout in Belgium today.

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Over 260 years of creation

It all began in 1759, when Arthur Guinness moved to St James’s Gate in central Dublin with a lease of no less than 9,000 years! With a vision and a spirit of philanthropy, he began producing a beer to which he gave his name.

This light beer is now famous for its creamy foam and dark colour that Irish Pubs serve with patience and dedication.

In the space of 250 years, Guinness has continued to grow and distributes ten million pints around the world every day. More than just a beer, it has become a real institution: a symbol of Ireland, an emblem of St Patrick’s Day and a delight for all lovers of beers with character.

Adored in the 4 corners of the world