Cafe Con Leche 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit

Regular price $54.50
This Café Con Leche 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit includes pre-measured ingredients to brew a full-size batch of rich, espresso-forward coffee stout at home.
  • Makes 5 gallons (approximately 48–52 bottles)
  • Ingredient-only kit (equipment not included)
  • Includes whole espresso beans and lactose (milk sugar)
  • Ready to drink in about 4 weeks

✅ Beginner-friendly with step-by-step brewing support

A bold, creamy coffee stout with layered roast depth and smooth sweetness.

The Café Con Leche 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit produces a rich milk stout inspired by Cuban coffee culture. Built on 6.25 lb of Dark Dry Malt Extract and specialty grains including black malt, roasted barley, pale chocolate malt, dark crystal, and golden naked oats, this recipe delivers deep roasted malt complexity with smooth chocolate undertones.

Whole espresso beans provide authentic coffee aroma and flavor, while lactose (milk sugar) enhances body and creates a soft, creamy finish. Fuggle hops provide balanced bitterness, while East Kent Goldings contribute subtle earthy and floral notes.

At approximately 5–6% ABV, this stout offers bold flavor while remaining smooth and highly drinkable.

This 5-gallon Café Con Leche Coffee Stout Beer Recipe Kit includes:

  • 6.25 lb Dark Dry Malt Extract
  • Specialty grains: Black Malt, Dark Crystal, Pale Chocolate Malt, Roasted Barley, Golden Naked Oats
  • Fuggle (Bittering) Hops Packet
  • East Kent Golding (Flavor) Hops Packet
  • Whole espresso beans
  • Lactose (milk sugar)
  • Grain Steeping Bag
  • Your choice of yeast (dry yeast, liquid yeast, or no yeast option)
  • Detailed brewing instructions

This is an ingredient-only Beer Recipe Kit. Brewing equipment is not included.

Brewing 5 gallons of Café Con Leche Coffee Stout is rewarding and straightforward for brewers with a full setup:

  • Brew: Steep specialty grains and boil with hop additions
  • Ferment: Pitch your selected yeast and incorporate espresso beans at the recommended stage
  • Bottle or Keg: Package once fermentation is complete
  • Condition & Enjoy: Beer is ready in about 4 weeks

Proper conditioning enhances coffee aroma and smooth lactose character.

This recipe kit is ideal for:

  • Brewers with a complete 5-gallon setup
  • Coffee lovers seeking bold espresso flavor
  • Keggers brewing for gatherings or events
  • Intermediate homebrewers exploring dessert-style stouts
  • Anyone who enjoys rich, malt-forward beers

  • Batch Size: 5 gallons
  • Style: Coffee Milk Stout
  • ABV: ~5–6%
  • Bitterness: Moderate
  • Color: Deep brown to black
  • Hops: Fuggle, East Kent Goldings
  • Yeast: Brewer’s choice (dry or liquid)

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Cafe Con Leche 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit
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What You'll Brew

Café Con Leche Coffee Stout

A rich, espresso-forward milk stout layered with dark chocolate and roasted malt depth. Expect bold coffee aroma, a smooth, creamy mouthfeel, and balanced bitterness supported by traditional English hop varieties.

Brewed at approximately 5–6% ABV, this full 5-gallon batch delivers dessert-inspired flavor with smooth drinkability and satisfying roast character.

What's Inside the Cafe Con Leche 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit

This 5-gallon Café Con Leche Coffee Stout Beer Recipe Kit includes:

  • 6.25 lb Dark Dry Malt Extract
  • Specialty grains: Black Malt, Dark Crystal, Pale Chocolate Malt, Roasted Barley, Golden Naked Oats
  • Fuggle (Bittering) Hops Packet
  • East Kent Golding (Flavor) Hops Packet
  • Whole espresso beans
  • Lactose (milk sugar)
  • Grain Steeping Bag
  • Your choice of yeast (dry yeast, liquid yeast, or no yeast option)
  • Detailed brewing instructions

This is an ingredient-only Beer Recipe Kit. Brewing equipment is not included.

Make Your Next Batch with the Café Con Leche Coffee Stout Beer Recipe Kit

Already have your own 5 gallon fermenter? This Café Con Leche Coffee Stout Beer kit includes ingredients to make your next batch. Our Café Con Leche Coffee Stout Beer recipe includes the ingredients you need, and none of the equipment that you don't. From grain to glass, this is the ultimate DIY Café Con Leche Coffee Stout Beer experience for passionate homebrewers.

Easy Steps to Making Café Con Leche Coffee Stout Beer

Brewing 5 gallons of your favorite stout is more rewarding than ever with our Café Con Leche Coffee Stout 5 Gallon Beer recipe kit. With high-quality ingredients and simple steps, the process is straightforward and satisfying.

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Frequently Asked Questions

No. This is an ingredient-only Beer Recipe Kit. Brewing equipment and bottling supplies are not included.

Whole espresso beans provide authentic coffee flavor, while lactose adds smooth creaminess that complements the roasted malt profile.

The bitterness is moderate and balanced by malt sweetness and creamy body, making it smooth rather than sharp.

Lactose adds body and gentle sweetness, resulting in a creamy mouthfeel without making the beer overly sweet.

The stout is typically ready to drink in about 4 weeks, including fermentation and conditioning.

Yes. This 5-gallon recipe kit is best suited for brewers with a full setup and some familiarity with the brewing process.

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