Lisbon Portugal
April 10th, 2026
1. Appearance: (0-5)
· Color: (Ruby-black, murky, gray) Ruby-black,
· Head: (height, density, creaminess) 1. inch, good peaks, creamy
· Cascade: (Strong tight bubbles/ Weak/ None) weak cascade was gone shortly after getting to the table.,
· Lacing: (Good Rings / Minimal / None) Good Rings as I drank it.
Score: 4 (looks fine, cascade not present)
2. Aroma (0-5)
· Notes Detected: (Roasted barley, coffee, cocoa and a little breadiness) Roasted Barley and coffee
· Off-Aromas: (Sour/acidic, vinegar, buttered popcorn, wet cardboard (oxidation) or cleaning chemical smell) None
Score: 3 (mild but pleasant; a bit muted)
3. Flavor (0-5)
· Balance (Gentle roast, light coffee/chocolate, slight bitterness, very little sweet.)
· Bitterness (firm but not harsh: should finish dry, not sugary)
· Off Flavors (Metallic, sour, buttery or “Stale” notes)
Score: 4 (Good balance)
4. Mouthfeel (0-5)
· Body: (Light-medium but creamy texture)
· Carbonation (soft fine bubbles (nitro feel) not prickly or flat.)
· Impression (Silky vs watery vs heavy)
Score: 3 (not as creamy as I would like, carbonation did not last.)
5. Pour Quality & Presentation (0-5)
· Two part Pour (yes/no) yes
· Settle Time Respected (Yes/rushed) Yes
· Glass Cleanliness (spotless/ minor residue/dirty) clean
· Temperature (ideal/too cold/too warm)Ideal
Score: 5
6. Overall Impression (0-5)
· Does it feel like a “proper” Guinness?
· Would I order a second?
· Does the pint fit the place – vibe, glass cleanliness, pour ritual?
Score: 3 Good glass, more of a touristy sports bar vibe.
Overall Score 22/30 – A very good Guinness.
