Is Guinness double stout the same as extra stout?

Guinness Double Stout and Guinness Extra Stout are two different products from the Guinness brewery. While both are dark and robust, they have some key differences.

-Alcohol Content: Guinness Double Stout has an alcohol content of 5.4%, while Guinness Extra Stout has an alcohol content of 5.6%.

-Taste: Guinness Double Stout is slightly sweeter and less bitter than Guinness Extra Stout. This is because it contains more roasted barley, which gives it a chocolatey flavor. Guinness Extra Stout, on the other hand, has a more pronounced hop character, which gives it a slightly bitter taste.

-Body: Guinness Double Stout is thicker and more creamy than Guinness Extra Stout. This is because it contains more oatmeal, which gives it a smooth, velvety texture. Guinness Extra Stout, on the other hand, is lighter and more refreshing.