Vermont Maple Porter - 5 Gallon All Grain Beer Recipe Kit

Regular price $56.00
Brew a rich, malt-forward porter layered with chocolate, coffee, and caramel complexity, finished with a 16 oz pour of real Vermont maple syrup.
  • Makes 5 gallons of Vermont Maple Porter
  • All-grain recipe designed for brewers with an all-grain system
  • Ready to drink in about 5 weeks
  • Maple porter with rich malt character and real Vermont maple syrup

βœ… Beginner-friendly with step-by-step brewing support

The Vermont Maple Porter is a rich, malt-forward porter with layers of caramel, chocolate, and coffee flavor. Real Vermont maple syrup adds subtle sweetness and depth, enhancing the malt profile without overpowering it. Northern Brewer hops contribute mild woody bitterness, balancing the beer and allowing the maple character to come through smoothly on the finish.

This 5-gallon recipe kit includes all the ingredients needed to brew Vermont Maple Porter at home:

  • Briess 2-Row Base Malt
  • Briess Bonlander Munich 10L
  • Briess Chocolate Malt
  • Briess Black Malt
  • Briess Caramel 60L
  • Northern Brewer Hops (bittering and flavor)
  • Vermont Maple Syrup (16 oz bottle)
  • Your choice of dry yeast or liquid yeast
  • Step-by-step brewing instructions

Note: You will need a 5-gallon all-grain brewing system. Brewing equipment is not included.

Brewing your Vermont Maple Porter follows a traditional porter brewing process with a maple syrup addition:

  • Mash: Convert grain starches into fermentable sugars with a balanced mash profile for a rich, malt-forward porter base.
  • Sparge: Rinse the grains to collect sweet wort.
  • Boil: Add Northern Brewer hops for bittering and flavor. Add maple syrup near the end of the boil for smooth sweetness and depth.
  • Ferment: Ferment with English ale yeast until clean and fully attenuated for a smooth, malt-forward finish. Add Vermont Maple Syrup for added flavor, color and ABV.
  • Enjoy: Ready to drink in about 5 weeks from brew day to glass.

This all-grain Vermont Maple Porter delivers a rich, layered porter with real maple character, chocolate and coffee depth, and a smooth, warming finish perfect for cooler evenings."

This kit is ideal for:

  • All-grain brewers with a mash system or all-grain brewing equipment
  • Fans of rich, malt-forward porters with unique ingredients
  • Brewers who enjoy brewing with real maple syrup and specialty malts
  • Drinkers who appreciate layered chocolate, coffee, and maple flavors

This batch is perfect for sharing with friends, pouring a smooth, rich porter with real Vermont maple character on a cool evening.

Vermont Maple Porter Specs
  • Batch Size: 5 gallons
  • ABV: ~6.75%
  • Original Gravity: 1.066
  • Style: Porter
  • Bitterness: Moderate
  • Color: Very dark brown
  • Recommended Dry Yeast: English ale yeast (SafAle S-04)
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Vermont Maple Porter - 5 Gallon All Grain Beer Recipe Kit
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What You'll Brew

Vermont Maple Porter (Maple-Infused Porter)

A rich, dark porter with roasted malt character, notes of caramel, chocolate, and coffee, and subtle maple depth from real Vermont maple syrup. Smooth and balanced, this beer delivers comforting flavor without excessive sweetness.

What's Inside the Vermont Maple Porter - 5 Gallon All Grain Beer Recipe Kit

This 5-gallon recipe kit includes all the ingredients needed to brew Vermont Maple Porter at home:

  • Briess 2-Row Base Malt
  • Briess Bonlander Munich 10L
  • Briess Chocolate Malt
  • Briess Black Malt
  • Briess Caramel 60L
  • Northern Brewer Hops (bittering and flavor)
  • Vermont Maple Syrup (16 oz bottle)
  • Your choice of dry yeast or liquid yeast
  • Step-by-step brewing instructions

Note: You will need a 5-gallon all-grain brewing system. Brewing equipment is not included.

Make Your Next Batch with the Vermont Maple Porter Beer Recipe Kit

Brewing your own Vermont Maple Porter lets you explore how natural sugars enhance beer flavor without overpowering it. This kit walks you through using real maple syrup as a fermentable ingredient to add depth and character. It’s a rewarding brew that highlights craftsmanship and seasonal ingredients.

Easy Steps to Making Vermont Maple Porter Beer

Brewing 5 gallons of your favorite Vermont Maple Porter is more rewarding than ever with our Vermont Maple Porter 5 Gallon All Grain Beer Recipe Kit. With high-quality ingredients and simple steps, the process is straightforward and satisfying.

Looking For Instructions?

Every all-grain kit comes with instructions to guide you through the brew day, fermentation and beyond. We provide recipe-specific tips tailored to your exact recipe, including mash temperature, fermentation timelines and more.

Frequently Asked Questions

No. This is an ingredient-only recipe kit designed for brewers who already own a 5-gallon all-grain brewing setup.

The maple flavor is smooth and subtle. The real Vermont maple syrup adds depth and a touch of sweetness that enhances the malt profile without overpowering the beer.

\There is mild sweetness from the maple syrup, but it is well balanced by the roasted malt character and moderate hop bitterness. The result is a smooth, drinkable porter with just a hint of sweetness.

Brew day takes about 4 to 5 hours. After about 3 weeks of fermentation, plus 2 weeks of bottle conditioning, your Vermont Maple Porter will be ready to drink in about 5 weeks total.

This kit is intended for experienced brewers with all-grain equipment. If you are new to brewing, we recommend starting with one of our extract recipe kits.

Yes. Vermont Maple Porter is available year-round and is especially enjoyable during fall and winter when rich, malt-forward beers are at their best.

Not an All-Grain Brewer? Try the Extract Vermont Maple Porter 5 Gallon Beer Recipe Kit

Our dry malt extract version of this recipe gives you the same classic Vermont Maple Porter flavor with a simpler process. Perfect if you’re just starting out or want a quicker brew.

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