STORY

Overview: Shillelagh Stout is a rich Irish-style export stout with smooth malt character, dark roasted flavor, and a clean bitter finish. It is bold enough to satisfy stout fans while still staying easy to drink.

PROFILE

Tasting Notes: Expect a pitch-black pour with pronounced malt flavor, roasted stout character, and a firm but clean bitterness from Northern Brewer hops. BrewMax DME Smooth adds body and balance to the dark malt base.

WHAT YOU GET

• Ingredient: 1 Can St. Patrick's Irish Brewing Extract (HME)
• Ingredient: 1 Packet Dry Brewing Yeast under the lid
• Ingredient: 1 Packet BrewMax DME Smooth
• Ingredient: 1 Packet Northern Brewer Pellet Hops
• Ingredient: 1 Hop Sack
• Ingredient: 1 Packet No-Rinse Cleanser

FOR FANS OF

Beer: Guinness Draught

Beer: Murphy's Irish Stout

Beer Style: Irish stouts

Beer Style: Smooth dark ales

BREW SPECS

BREW TIME

Fermentation: 2–3 weeks

Carbonation and Conditioning: 3–4 weeks

Best Enjoyed: After 5–7 weeks total

Conditioning Note: Additional conditioning can help the roasted malt flavor smooth out and give the stout a cleaner finish.

WHY THIS RECIPE

Why Brew It: This recipe is a great choice for brewers who want a classic stout with rich malt flavor, dark color, and a clean bitter edge. It is smooth, roasty, and satisfying without being too heavy.