Is Guinness Halal?
Guinness is an Irish dry stout—an intoxicating alcoholic beer—and is Haram.
Ruling
Haram
- Applies to
- General ruling; confirm local labels, slaughter, and certification when relevant
- Last reviewed
- 20 July 2026
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Evidence at a glance
Named sources used for this page. Open the full Sources block for notes and citation numbers.
| Source | Type | Retrieved |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland.com Tourism Ireland | Manufacturer / product | 20 July 2026 |
| Qur'an 5:90 Qur'an | Islamic / scriptural | 20 July 2026 |
Why this ruling
Guinness is an Irish dry stout—an intoxicating alcoholic beer—and is Haram. Dealcoholised Guinness 0.0 is a separate scholarly question; do not treat the classic stout as Halal.
Opening answer: Guinness is Haram—it is an intoxicating Irish stout.[1][2]
Related: Beer, Irish Stew, Ireland hub.
How to verify
Check labels carefully for alternate names or derivatives linked to Guinness, and choose clearly Halal or plant-based alternatives instead.
- Do not drink stout
- Skip stout stews
- Soft drinks instead
Conditions for Halal
- Any classic Guinness stout → Haram
- Food cooked in stout → avoid unless verified alcohol-free practice
- Guinness 0.0 → check your school on dealcoholised beer
Frequently asked questions
Is Guinness Halal?
What about Guinness 0.0?
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