- Full with anti-oxidants
What’s more, dark beer, especially stout, has been found to reduce your risk of blood clots, according to the University of Wisconsin. The high-temperature used in the roasting process to develop the smooth finish of dark malts also fuels the formation of antioxidants, which can help reduce the incidence of atherosclerosis and cataracts by as much as 50%.
2. It’s the skinny in the brew world
While it may pack a punch with an average 8% abv, stout contains up to 50 fewer calories than many other brews. A pint of Guinness has fewer calories than a Corona – 125 compared to 148.
3. Guinness is the record breaker in beer circles
Guinness is the number one stout in the world, and surprisingly, it’s sold in more than 120 countries.