Product Details

Vanilla Porter

Dark, smooth, and softly indulgent.

Vanilla Porter blends rich chocolate and cocoa flavors with a smooth, warming vanilla finish. Roasted malts deliver notes of caramel, dark bread, and soft roast, while vanilla enhances the malt character without adding sweetness. Full-flavored yet balanced, this porter is indulgent without being heavy—perfect for cool evenings or anytime you’re craving something darker.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Cocoa, milk chocolate, soft roast, and smooth vanilla.
Appearance: Deep brown to nearly black with a creamy tan head.
Flavor: Chocolate and caramel up front, followed by gentle roast and a rounded vanilla finish.
Mouthfeel: Medium-bodied, smooth, and velvety with a lingering warmth.

Brewing Notes

Style: Vanilla Porter
Fermentation Range: 60–72°F
OG: 1.053
IBU: 40
ABV: 5.2%

Looking for the extract version? Check out the Vanilla Porter Extract Kit.

Vanilla Porter – Style Background

Vanilla Porter builds on the foundation of a classic American Porter, using roasted malts to create flavors of chocolate, cocoa, and soft coffee-like roast. The addition of vanilla enhances these malt-driven flavors, smoothing bitterness and adding warmth without making the beer sweet.

When done well, vanilla doesn’t stand apart as a separate flavor—it amplifies the porter’s natural chocolate character and softens sharper roast notes. The result is a dark beer that feels rich and indulgent while remaining balanced and highly drinkable.