Stout

Stout is a dark, top-fermented beer known for its deep color and flavors of roasted malt, coffee, and chocolate. Originating from porter in 18th-century Britain, stouts typically use roasted barley or dark malts that impart a toasty bitterness and a creamy, lasting head. Alcohol ranges widely by style, from sessionable dry stouts to high-gravity imperial stouts.

Modern variations include dry (Irish) stout, oatmeal stout, milk (sweet) stout, and imperial stout, with some versions nitrogenated for a smoother, creamier mouthfeel. Stout’s robust character makes it versatile for drinking, pairing with hearty foods and desserts, and for cooking where its roasty complexity enriches stews, sauces, and baked goods.