The Monro's General Manager Ethan Chappell-Mason,with a pint of Guinness. (Image: Andrew Teebay Liverpool Echo)
Guinness has unveiled its first-ever Harp Guide—and it brings good news for Liverpool. The annual list celebrates the 35 best pubs in Britain for serving a truly “perfect pint.”
The 2026 guide features standout venues across the UK, from London and Brighton to Manchester and Liverpool. Each pub was selected not only for consistently pouring an excellent Guinness, but also for its warm welcome, great service, lively atmosphere, and genuine love of the stout, as reported by JOE.
Representing Liverpool on the inaugural list are Pogue Mahone , The Monro , and Shenanigans. These three pubs, along with the other 32 honourees, will receive an official brass Guinness harp plaq

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