This Chocolate Milk Stout 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit helps you brew a full-bodied, smooth stout with rich chocolate flavor, gentle sweetness from lactose, and a roasted malt backbone that’s ready to drink in about five weeks.
Makes 5 gallons (approximately 48–54 bottles) of Chocolate Milk Stout
Ready to drink in about 5 weeks
Sweet stout with chocolate and roasted malt character
Includes lactose and cacao nibs for creamy sweetness
Fast, and the chocolate comes forward
The lactose in this recipe does not ferment, so every version of this beer has a rich, full base. S-04 attenuates further than anything else here, which puts the chocolate and the cacao nibs in the foreground on top of it. It also ferments quickly and drops bright.
Ferment at 64-79°F
Attenuation 74-82%
Flocculation High
Fast, fruity, clears well
Rich, round, chocolate forward
Darkness was made for exactly this kind of beer and gives the cacao nibs a fuller, rounder base to sit on. It takes a big dark wort in its stride and holds a comfortable body all the way through.
Ferment at 62-72°F
Attenuation 71-75%
Flocculation Medium
Made for roast and caramel
Soft fruit alongside the chocolate
This strain ferments beautifully in heavily roasted wort and brings a gentle fruitiness that works well next to cacao. Keep it cool and that fruit stays in the background. Let it run warmer and it comes forward, closer to a cherry and chocolate character.
Ferment at 62-72°F
Attenuation 71-75%
Flocculation Medium
Built for dark beer
The richest, most dessert like
The least attenuative option here, and stacked on the lactose it takes the beer firmly into dessert territory. Very high flocculation means it still drops brilliantly clear underneath all that color. It likes a steady, narrow temperature band.
Ferment at 65-68°F
Attenuation 63-70%
Flocculation Very High
Sweet, malty, very clear
✅ Beginner-friendly with step-by-step brewing support
Flavor Profile & Beer Style
The Chocolate Milk Stout is a full-bodied, smooth stout with layered chocolate and roasted malt character. Raw cacao nibs contribute deep chocolate aroma and flavor, while lactose adds creaminess and a gentle sweetness that softens the roast.
Balanced hopping keeps bitterness in check, allowing the stout’s rich, dessert-like profile to remain smooth and approachable.
What’s Included in the Recipe Kit
This 5-gallon recipe kit includes all the ingredients needed to brew Chocolate Milk Stout at home:
6.25 lb Dry Malt Extract
Cluster (Bittering) Hop Packet
Cluster (Late Bittering) Hop Packet
Steeping Grains
Lactose Sugar Packet
Videri Cacao Nibs Packet
Grain Steeping Bag
Your choice of yeast (dry yeast, liquid yeast, or no yeast if you have your own)
Note: Brewing equipment is not included. This kit is designed for brewers who already own a 5-gallon brewing setup.
How the Brewing Process Works
Brewing your Chocolate Milk Stout follows a traditional stout brewing process:
Brew: Steep specialty grains, boil the wort, and add hops according to the recipe
Ferment: Ferment with ale yeast until clean and stable
Optional Step: Add cacao nibs and lactose as directed to build chocolate flavor and creaminess
Enjoy: Ready to drink in about 5 weeks
Careful handling of cacao nibs and proper fermentation temperature will help ensure smooth chocolate flavor without harsh bitterness.
New to Liquid Yeast?
Liquid yeast can deliver excellent fermentation performance and a wider range of strain options, but it’s a living, perishable product that requires a little extra care.
Liquid yeast may arrive warm. Ice packs help reduce heat exposure but do not guarantee cold arrival.
Refrigerate it when received and plan to brew as soon as possible.
We recommend adding an insulated mailer + ice pack to liquid yeast orders.
During May–September, dry yeast is strongly recommended due to higher shipping temperatures.
Liquid yeast is final sale and cannot be replaced due to heat exposure during transit.
Fans of chocolate-forward and dessert-style stouts
Homebrewers who enjoy richer, malt-driven beers
Drinkers who prefer smooth, creamy beers with subtle sweetness
Because it’s brewed in larger volume, this kit is perfect for sharing, aging slightly, or enjoying throughout the colder months.
Chocolate Milk Stout Specs
Batch Size: 5 gallons
ABV: ~5.5%
Style: Chocolate Milk Stout
Bitterness: Low to moderate
Color: Deep brown to black
Recommended Dry Yeast: English Ale yeast (SafAle S-04)
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Chocolate Milk Stout 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit
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What You'll Brew
Chocolate Milk Stout
A rich, chocolate-forward stout with smooth roasted malt flavor, real cacao aroma, and a creamy finish from lactose that delivers classic milk stout character.
This 5-gallon recipe kit includes all the ingredients needed to brew Chocolate Milk Stout at home:
6.25 lb Dry Malt Extract
Cluster (Bittering) Hop Packet
Cluster (Late Bittering) Hop Packet
Steeping Grains
Lactose Sugar Packet
Videri Cacao Nibs Packet
Grain Steeping Bag
Your choice of yeast (dry yeast, liquid yeast, or no yeast if you have your own)
Note: Brewing equipment is not included. This kit is designed for brewers who already own a 5-gallon brewing setup.
Make Your Next Batch with the Chocolate Milk Stout Beer Recipe Kit
This kit lets you explore how lactose and cacao work together to build body and sweetness. Brew a stout that drinks smooth and indulgent without complicated techniques or advanced equipment.
Easy Steps to Making Chocolate Milk Stout Beer
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