Guinness coming to Maryland means more than just opening a brewery. Our long history has many examples of the company getting involved with and supporting all the people who make beer a reality, especially the farmers and maltsters who take care of the raw ingredients.

To continue that tradition here in Maryland, Guinness worked with two local companies — Dark Cloud Malthouse (of Cooksville, MD) and Black Locust Hops (of Baltimore County) — to brew the first in a Maryland-sourced beer series. Called “Crosslands” (which is a nod to the red and white crest in the Maryland flag) this running series will focus on beers made with ingredients and people from and for Maryland.

Crosslands Pale Ale features two-row pale malt and a hefty portion of Munich to showcase the sweet bready flavors of the locally grown and malted barley. A generous portion of Cascade hops provide balanced bitterness and bright orange and earthy aromas. Topped off by the legacy Guinness yeast, this beer finishes very clean and is a great example of the easy-going and welcoming spirit of the Old Line State.