Ireland is world-famous for its lively pub scene, which has given rise to pub snugs and Irish-inspired bars around the globe. With such a vibrant reputation, it’s easy to assume that the small country has more pubs per resident than any other nation. And yet, according to new research from Ireland’s Health Research Board, the Emerald Isle only ranks third among the countries with the most pubs per capita.
The No. 1 title of most pubs per capita actually goes to Slovakia, with Hungary taking the runner-up slot. If bars, nightclubs, and beer gardens are brought into the fold, Ireland drops down to fourth place, beaten out by Slovakia, Spain, and Hungary, respectively.
