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Overall similarity
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Cavana Stout if you want substance and richness,
Murphy's Irish Stout if you want restraint and session-ability.
Both hit the same IBU target, but Cavana's extra 1.5% ABV translates to noticeably more body and roasted depth—it feels like a proper meal. Murphy's plays it leaner, almost elegant by comparison, which makes it the easier repeat pour.
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Body
Δ 6
Sweetness
Δ 1
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Tasting notes
Cavana Stout
Cavana's got real weight to it. Dark chocolate and burnt toast come through immediately, with a slightly sticky mouthfeel that lingers. There's no harshness though—it's smooth enough that you forget you're drinking 5.5% until the warmth settles in your chest. Finishes dry and slightly bitter, but in a satisfying way.
Murphy's Irish Stout
Murphy's is the more restrained sibling. Creamy head, lighter on the roast—more cocoa than char. It drinks almost delicate for a stout, which sounds weird but makes sense once you taste it. The lower ABV means it doesn't overstay its welcome; each sip feels clean and deliberate rather than indulgent.
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