STORY

Overview: Workout Stout is a lighter stout recipe built for brewers who want dark beer flavor without the heavier body. It starts with St. Patrick's Irish Stout Brewing Extract, then uses S-04 yeast and Beano tablets to create a dry, light-bodied stout with roasted character and only 96 calories and 5 carbs per serving.

PROFILE

Tasting Notes: Expect dark roasted malt flavor, balanced bitterness, a light body, subtle creaminess, and a dry finish that keeps this stout surprisingly drinkable.

IMPORTANT BREWING NOTE

Brewing Note: This recipe uses Beano tablets to help create a very dry, light-bodied finish. Add the tablets to the cold water in the fermenter before adding the wort.

WHAT YOU GET

• 1 Can St. Patrick's Irish Stout Brewing Extract
• 1 Packet of Dry Brewing Yeast under the lid of the brewing extract
• 1 Packet S-04 Dry Ale Yeast
• 1 Packet No-Rinse Cleanser

YOU PROVIDE

2 Beano tablets

FOR FANS OF

Guinness

Dry Irish stouts

Light-bodied dark beers

Roasty, low-calorie beers

BREW SPECS

BREW TIME

Brew Day: About 30 minutes

Fermentation: 2 weeks

Carbonation and Conditioning: 2–3 weeks

Best Enjoyed: After 4–5 weeks or longer

Conditioning Note: Dark beers often smooth out with a little extra conditioning time after carbonation.

WHY THIS RECIPE

Why Brew It: Workout Stout is a great choice for stout fans who want roasted flavor, balanced bitterness, and dark beer character in a lighter, drier package. It is bold enough to feel like a stout but easy enough to enjoy without feeling weighed down.