Pub's '60/40' Guinness sparks heated debate

We all know how particular Guinness fans can be about how their beloved drink, especially in Dublin.

One pub has come up with a drink idea which some people think is genius, while purists are horrified.

Called the Palmerstown House, the pub has shared the serve what's been dubbed a '60/40' Guinness.

Fans of the black stuff were delighted a few years ago when a 0% version was introduced, meaning they no longer had to miss out during Dry January.

Now, one pub is serving a hybrid pint of Guinness which is ideal for those who are looking to cut down, but don't want to cut things out entirely.

Staff posted about the creation on social media, writing: "Try our new '60/40' in the Palmerstown House. All of the Guinness character, just a little lighter!"

"Great for when you're in the mood for a pint but with a little less alcohol! Just ask for a '60/40'" they explained.

The creation is made up of 60% Guinness 0.0 and 40% Guinness 4.2%, making it a full pint but with less alcohol in.

The comment section of the social media post was divided, with people arguing over whether it's a good idea or not.

One joked that it 'should be illegal', while another called it 'semi skimmed Guinness'.

"I'd rather just have less pints of the full Guinness rather than more of the watered down," said one critic, while another joked they would call the police over such a 'crime'.

"Just have one pint normal and one pint of 0% for the second round?" suggested one commenter.

Plenty of people loved the idea though, praising it as a 'genius' concept and wondering why it wasn't more common, as they hadn't seen it anywhere else before.

"I’ve asked for this in a few pubs," said one, admitting nowhere else would serve it: "Great to see you making it an actual thing!"

"Few drinking this in the pub i work in calling it a Gandi (Guinness Shandy)," said another, with one echoing: "So it's like a Guinness shandy? This is top draw thinking!"

"Brilliant idea!" said one, simply.

The pub says it's 'full flavour, less alcohol'.

One common question was about the price, with people asking if it would still cost the same as a normal pint of Guinness.

With Dry January just around the corner following the festive season, this could be useful for many people who want to continue with a reduced intake from February onwards.