Guinness 9.5+ Perfection Pilgrimage
The Ultimate Connoisseur's Creamy Pint Tour
For true stout aficionados. Every stop on this pilgrimage boasts a verified Dublin Stout Score of 9.6 or higher. Tested for line hygiene, cellar temperature (5.8°C), and the legendary 119.5s two-stage pour.
Turn-by-Turn Crawl Stops
6 Verified Stops
John Kavanagh The Gravediggers
1 Prospect Square, Glasnevin, D09 V6R6 · Est. 1833
Right by Glasnevin Cemetery. Built in 1833, unchanged wooden bar serving Dublin's legendary pint.
Mulligan's
8 Poolbeg St, D02 W380 · Est. 1782
Regarded by Dubliners as home of the finest pint in the city. Joyce 'Dubliners' setting.
Bowe's Lounge Bar
31 Fleet St, D02 Y886 · Est. 1854
Narrow Victorian pub famed for having one of Dublin's top 3 pints of stout.
The Long Hall
51 S Great George's St, D02 F654 · Est. 1766
Unchanged 1881 Victorian mahogany interior, crystal chandeliers & heavenly stout.
Kehoe's
9 S Anne St, D02 NY88 · Est. 1803
Authentic preserved 19th-century snugs with serving hatches and old mahogany drawers.
Walsh's
6-7 Stoneybatter, D07 TD34 · Est. 1870
Voted Irish Pub of the Year. Iconic mahogany snugs, weekly trad sessions, and legendary stout quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is John Kavanagh (The Gravediggers) rated so highly for Guinness? ▾
The Gravediggers maintains natural cellar cooling directly through subterranean stone foundations, immaculate copper lines, and an uncompromising multi-generational pouring standard.
What makes a pint score 9.8+ or 9.9 on the Stout Score? ▾
Near-zero head shrinkage, deep ruby color against backlighting, velvety micro-foam dome extending slightly above the rim, and dense rings of lacing with every sip.
How do I get between The Gravediggers and the city center stops? ▾
A quick 10-minute bus (Route 4, 9, or 83) or taxi connects Glasnevin to South City, or enjoy a scenic walk through the Royal Canal.
Do these pubs serve food alongside stout? ▾
Mulligan's and Bowes are strictly traditional wet houses focusing solely on the pint. The Gravediggers serves acclaimed Dublin coddle and tapas in its lounge.