5 Stout
A stout of 5.0%, from which it takes its name. The brewery publishes no tasting note of its own for this beer, so the picture comes from those who have drunk it: they describe it consistently as smooth and dry, with a creamy texture and roasted malt in the foreground. It is brewed as a seasonal rather than as one of the regular beers, and it was brought back to the brewery's pubs in late 2025.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for 5 Stout
Slightly warmer than you might expect. 10–13°C lets the roasted malt, chocolate and coffee notes open up fully.
The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.
Can be cellared 2–5 years. Develops dark fruit, leather and port-like complexity with age.
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About Stout
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Stout?
Stouts are dark ales with roasted barley character, 4–8% ABV and IBU 25–45. Expect coffee, dark chocolate and toast flavors with a creamy body and dry finish.
Finding a similar Stout
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same dry, roasted, smooth character as 5 Stout will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
