The owners of Guinness, the world’s best-selling stout beer, have announced the celebration of Arthur Guinness Day, to be held on Thursday, 23 September. Celebrations will take place across the world, with people coming together to raise a glass to Arthur Guinness at events and festivities across Ireland, Europe, Asia, Africa, North America and the Caribbean.

Arthur Guinness Day honours the remarkable legacy of Arthur Guinness, the pioneer and philanthropist, who signed the 9,000-year lease on the St James’s Gate Brewery in 1759 and introduced the Guinness brand to the world. The annual celebration directly benefits the Arthur Guinness Fund, which supports social entrepreneurs aiming to make transformational change in communities around the world.

In Malta, various pubs and bars will be celebrating this occasion by offering special Guinness memorabilia with a minimum purchase. Various supermarkets will also be offering a free branded pint glass with every four-pack of Guinness 44cl cans.

Guinness is imported, marketed and distributed by Farsons Beverage Imports Company Limited, a member of The Farsons Group.