Stout / Porter

Sweet or Oatmeal Stout

Oatmeal adds a silky, creamy texture and mild oaty sweetness that softens the roasted bitterness of stout. Sweet stouts (Milk Stouts) add lactose for residual sweetness. Both are 4–7% ABV — luscious and dessert-like.

4–7%
ABV
20–40
IBU
Dark brown to black
Color
England
Origin

Food Pairings

With Meals

Rich, spicy food: barbecued beef, Oaxacan mole, hearty Szechuan dishes.

With Cheese

Great with very buttery well-aged cheddar.

With Dessert

Chocolate espresso cake, cream puffs, profiteroles.

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