Birmingham pub serves bright green pints for St Patrick's Day & they're just golden

Birmingham’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration is a lively homage to Irish culture and community spirit, promising fresh experiences at local bars and pubs for this year’s festivities.

The city bursts into life with the melodies of traditional Irish tunes, the visuals of dancers in vivid attire, and the scents of Irish cuisine. Crowds of all generations, dressed in green, enjoying the festivities.  

This year, the St. Patrick's Parade is poised to make a comeback, even greater - taking place in Digbeth on St Patrick's Day itself, that's tomorrow (Sunday, March 17). It's going to be a magnificent event - marking 50 years of the Parade which starts at noon at the top of Bradford Street. Onlookers will be treated to a splendid showcase of floats, bands, and artists, reflecting not only Ireland but also the diverse culture of Birmingham.

This season, Norton Digbeth pub is thrilled to offer its customers a pint or two of "Emerald Ale”,  a hoppy, light, and bright golden IPA that’s become a hit among the bar’s real ale enthusiasts. Priced at £4.80 a pint, this exclusive beverage was crafted especially for St. Patrick's Day festivities. 

The reason behind the Emerald Ale’s green colour remains a closely guarded secret of Norton Digbeth. A subtle tribute to the rich traditions of Ireland, offering a unique experience that complements the pub’s commitment to Irish authenticity.

"At Norton Digbeth, we embody the Irish spirit every day of the year," pub owner Peter Connolly says. “You won’t find any outlandish paddywhackery or outrageous gimmicks here! But it couldn’t be St. Patrick’s without… Green Pints?!”

The Emerald Ale is a seasonal special, available “until it’s not,” encouraging guests to visit promptly to ensure they savour this celebratory ale. Its lively green shade is eye-catching, but it's the flavour said to entice customers to return.

As St Patrick's Day approaches, Norton Digbeth extends a warm invitation to all. So, don your green attire, raise a glass of the exclusive Emerald Ale, and toast to St Patrick’s Day – where the spirit of Ireland thrives all year round.