International Stout Day Timeline

2019

“Gumbo Stout”

That’s correct. According to its Louisiana brewery: “The beer has a roasted and smoky flavor from the roux (fat and flour) and barley, accentuated by salt, cayenne, and black peppers.” Things are different in Louisiana.

November 3, 2011

First International Stout Day Held

Stouts are finally given their due credit and recognition.

1840s

Guinness Begins Brewing

After years of making porters, Guinness brews its first stouts, which are now the most popular in the world.