I sampled each flavor on its own as well as with Guinness to see how well they paired. All told, it might not be the same as a pint from Guinness' hometown, but it certainly left an impression.

Some studies suggest that moderate consumption of Guinness could have a positive effect on heart health. One study even found ...

"The best part about barrel-aging any beer is that you get the chance to pull the flavors of the wood and liquid previously aged in it," Guinness Senior Brewer Sean Brennan said in a statement.