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Guinness Targets Youth with £2.7B Marketing Overhaul

1/11/2026

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Story summary
  • Guinness has transformed its image to appeal to younger drinkers and women, reaching 17.5% market share in 2025.
  • Diageo backs shift with a £2.7 billion marketing budget, contributing to shortages in pubs.
  • Independent brewers such as Anspach & Hobday and Titanic Brewery are emerging in nitro stout market, offering alternatives to Guinness.
  • Anspach & Hobday's London Black accounts for about 70% of its production and has a richer flavor.