Guinness Beer Cheese Soup 🍺🧀 Creamy, Cheesy, and Boldly Malty

ByKarl S

This is not your average pub soup — this is Guinness Beer Cheese Soup turned up to eleven.

Think creamy sharp cheddar, sautéed aromatics, and the unmistakable deep roastiness of Guinness stout in every spoonful.

It’s the kind of soul-hugging comfort that deserves its own pint glass — or at least a hunk of crusty bread to drag through the bowl.

Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup Guinness stout (original or Extra Stout for more intensity)
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Dijon or whole grain mustard
  • ¼ tsp cayenne or smoked paprika (optional)
  • 8 oz sharp white cheddar, shredded
  • 4 oz gouda, fontina, or beer cheese, shredded (optional blend)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Garnish Options

  • Toasted sourdough croutons
  • Crispy bacon bits or pancetta
  • Chives or scallions
  • More cheese, broiled on top

Instructions

Step 1: Sauté & Build the Base

  1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and garlic. Sauté until soft and fragrant, about 4–5 minutes.
  3. Stir in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to form a roux.

Step 2: Add Liquid & Simmer

  1. Slowly whisk in milk and cream until smooth.
  2. Add Guinness, Worcestershire, mustard, and cayenne.
  3. Simmer gently (don’t boil) for 10 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 3: Melt the Cheese

  1. Lower heat to low. Gradually add shredded cheese in batches, stirring constantly.
  2. Continue stirring until melted and smooth. Do not boil after adding cheese.
  3. Taste and adjust with salt and pepper.

Step 4: Serve It Up

  1. Ladle into bowls.
  2. Garnish generously with croutons, bacon, herbs — or nothing at all.
  3. Serve hot with a pint of Guinness or a warm pretzel.

Beer Pairing

In the Soup

  • Guinness Original or Extra Stout — it brings roast, richness, and depth
  • Avoid overly hoppy or sour beers — bitterness can clash with cheese

In Your Glass

  • Guinness for synergy
  • Irish red ale for malt-forward contrast
  • Smoked porter or dunkel for a cozy pairing

Flavor Variations

  • Add sautéed mushrooms or leeks for earthy dimension
  • Swap cheddar for blue cheese for punch
  • Stir in a splash of hot sauce for sharpness
  • Serve in mini bread bowls for party-ready presentation

Final Thoughts

Guinness Beer Cheese Soup hits every comfort craving: creamy, tangy, deeply savory — with just the right whisper of stout to keep it interesting. It’s pub food elevated but still humble, made to be spooned up in big, warm, cheesy swirls.

Raise your spoon, raise your pint, and get ready to dive into a bowl of beer-laced bliss. 🧀🍺🥄🔥

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