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Hou San Dog Stout

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🌍 China · American Stout · One of 5 American Stouts in hopIQ

Arrow Factory's classic dry stout — named 'Ugly Dog' in Chinese, a term of affection in Beijing slang. Roasted malt, dark chocolate and coffee over a smooth, medium-bodied frame. Hou San is the approachable dark beer: not as heavy as an Imperial Stout, but with enough roasted depth to reward the drinker.

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 44 dimensions

Roasted
125%
Smooth
25%
Coffee
25%
Chocolate
25%
Rich
-50%
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About American Stout

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What is a American 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.

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Hou San Dog Stout

Serve at 10–13°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Slightly warmer than you might expect. 10–13°C lets the roasted malt, chocolate and coffee notes open up fully.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Drink within a year. Standard stouts are best fresh but hold reasonably well for 6–12 months.

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