Everyone knows Guinness beer… and Guinness World Records (also known as the Guinness Book of Records), a book known for listing all the world’s records (including the most ridiculous). But did you know that it’s no coincidence that the famous beer and this popular book share the same name? Far from being a coincidence, the link between the two is real, and draws its origins directly from the Guinness brewery! A look back at the origins of the famous book made in Ireland!
It all began on November 10, 1951, when the idea for this book was born in a pub belonging to the famous Guinness brewery in Dublin, during a discussion between Sir Hugh Beaver, then managing director of Guinness, and hunters in search of the best game in Scotland and Ireland.
This led to the need to record the best performances in a book that could be consulted in Irish pubs. A daring idea, in which the Guinness brewery will play an active part!
The Irish establishment will become an official sponsor of the project. The brewery finances the book, defines its editorial line, and gives its name to the work.
The first edition came out in 1955 and sparked immediate interest: the Irish enjoyed leafing through it in the pub, and were amused by some of the unusual records.
The Guinness Book quickly became a household name, selling like hotcakes in many countries around the world. He becomes a source of inspiration for people who want to set new records. Sports records of all kinds, exploits of all kinds: from now on, nothing is off-limits to shine and see your prowess immortalized in the book!
Since then, the iconic Irish brand has become an integral part of the Guinness Book of Records. More than 143 million copies are sold every year in no fewer than 100 countries around the world.
Here are some of the most outstanding records in the famous Guinness Book:
These are just a few examples of the tens of thousands of the craziest, most unusual and impressive records listed in the Guinness Book since its creation!
Ireland also holds the record for the most Guinness records per capita. Out of a population of 5 million, there are around 800 approved records held by Irish people. Unusual records such as the most chewing gum swallowed in one minute, the number of Irish coffees served in a set time by bartenders, or the fastest marathon disguised as a leper character!
Guinness World Records also maintains close partnerships with various Irish institutions. The brand is also often honored at cultural events such as St. Patrick’s Day, as it has become a symbol of national pride.
Whether by virtue of its origins or the countless records held by its citizens, Ireland enjoys a special relationship with the famous Guinness World Records, which has been a veritable Irish cultural institution for over half a century.
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