{"title":"Stout \u0026 Dark Beer Home Brew Kits | BrewCo UK","description":"\u003cp\u003eStout and dark beer home brew kits are some of the most satisfying and impressive brews you can produce at home, delivering rich, complex flavours of roasted malt, dark chocolate, coffee, and caramel that rival the best offerings from craft breweries and traditional pubs. At BrewCo UK we stock a superb selection of stout, porter, dark ale, and mild kits from trusted brands across the UK and beyond — everything you need to brew a truly exceptional dark beer at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur dark beer kit range covers the full spectrum of styles, from classic dry Irish stouts and creamy oatmeal stouts to robust porters, rich milds, and deep ruby red ales. Popular choices include the St. Peters Cream Stout, Thomas Coopers Devil's Half Ruby Porter, Coopers DIY Stout, Better Brew Irish Stout, and MasterPint Stout — all well-regarded by UK homebrewers for delivering outstanding flavour and consistency. Whether you prefer a silky smooth dark mild or an intensely roasted imperial stout character, there's a kit in this collection for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDark beer kits are also excellent for beginners, as the roasted malt character can mask minor fermentation imperfections better than lighter styles, making them a forgiving and rewarding choice for your first homebrew batch. Browse the full stout and dark beer kit range at BrewCo UK today, choose your style, and brew something gloriously dark and delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"st-peters-cream-stout-3-0kg-36-pt","title":"St Peters Cream Stout 3.0kg  ( 36 pt )","description":"\u003cp\u003eSt Peters Cream Stout is a rich, aromatic dark stout brewed with Fuggles and Challenger hops plus a blend of five local malts, creating a dark chocolate cream stout with a satisfying bitterness and exceptional depth. This 3kg kit makes 36 pints of a genuinely complex, award-winning stout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36 pints | \u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cream Stout | \u003cstrong\u003eHops:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fuggles, Challenger\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor extra creaminess, add 200g of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lactose-500grm\"\u003eLactose\u003c\/a\u003e dissolved in the wort. Steep 150g of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/crystal-malt\"\u003eDark Crystal Malt\u003c\/a\u003e to deepen the dark fruit character. Ferment with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gervin-gv12-ale-yeast\"\u003eGervin GV12 Ale Yeast\u003c\/a\u003e and condition for 3 weeks before drinking. Bottle with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/coopers-carbonation-drops\"\u003eCarbonation Drops\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/coopers-diy-stout\"\u003eCoopers DIY Stout Kit\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brewco.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39603428819105,"sku":"1758","price":22.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/products\/SPCS.jpg?v=1610490517"},{"product_id":"coopers-diy-dark-ale","title":"Coopers DIY Dark Ale Home Brew Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Coopers DIY Dark Ale Home Brew Kit makes 40 pints of a rich, mahogany-coloured dark ale with a creamy head, roasted malt aromas, a hint of chocolate, and a generous, satisfying mouthfeel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 pints | \u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark Ale\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnhance with 200g \u003ca href=\"\/products\/crystal-malt\"\u003eDark Crystal Malt\u003c\/a\u003e steeped before brewing for deeper colour and flavour. Use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/brewing-winemaking-sugar-1kg\"\u003eBrewing Sugar\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/coopers-brew-enhancer-2-1kg\"\u003eBrew Enhancer 2\u003c\/a\u003e. Ferment with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gervin-gv12-ale-yeast\"\u003eGervin GV12 Ale Yeast\u003c\/a\u003e and bottle with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/coopers-carbonation-drops\"\u003eCarbonation Drops\u003c\/a\u003e. Condition 3 weeks for best results. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/coopers-diy-stout\"\u003eCoopers DIY Stout\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/st-peters-cream-stout-3-0kg-36-pt\"\u003eSt Peters Cream Stout\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brewco.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39599235367073,"sku":"IH-928","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/products\/dark-ale-_-glass.png?v=1612882930"},{"product_id":"coopers-diy-stout","title":"Coopers DIY Stout Home Brew Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Coopers DIY Stout Home Brew Kit makes 40 pints of a deep, dark stout with a persistent head, a blend of coffee, chocolate and grain aromas, and an exceptional mouthfeel. One of the most popular home brew stout kits available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 pints | \u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stout\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a milk stout, stir in 250g of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lactose-500grm\"\u003eLactose\u003c\/a\u003e for added sweetness and creaminess. Steep 200g \u003ca href=\"\/products\/crystal-malt\"\u003eDark Crystal Malt\u003c\/a\u003e to enhance dark fruit character. Ferment with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gervin-gv12-ale-yeast\"\u003eGervin GV12 Ale Yeast\u003c\/a\u003e, condition 3 weeks, and bottle with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/coopers-carbonation-drops\"\u003eCarbonation Drops\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/st-peters-cream-stout-3-0kg-36-pt\"\u003eSt Peters Cream Stout\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/coopers-diy-dark-ale\"\u003eCoopers Dark Ale\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brewco.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39603417383073,"sku":"IH-892","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/products\/stout-_-glass.png?v=1612883041"},{"product_id":"thomas-coopers-devils-half-ruby-porter-1-7kg","title":"Thomas Coopers Devil's Half Ruby Porter (1.7kg) Home Brew Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThomas Coopers Devil's Half Ruby Porter is a premium 1.7kg kit making 40 pints of a deep ruby-brown porter with complex roasted malt character. Named after the area near Coopers' original brewery in Adelaide, this porter delivers a rich, satisfying dark beer with coffee, chocolate, and stone fruit notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 pints | \u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ruby Porter\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnhance with 200g \u003ca href=\"\/products\/crystal-malt\"\u003eDark Crystal Malt\u003c\/a\u003e for deeper colour and dried fruit character. Ferment with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gervin-gv12-ale-yeast\"\u003eGervin GV12 Ale Yeast\u003c\/a\u003e. Use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/coopers-brew-enhancer-3-1kg\"\u003eBrew Enhancer 3\u003c\/a\u003e for improved body. Add \u003ca href=\"\/products\/youngs-beer-finings-upto-23l\"\u003eBeer Finings\u003c\/a\u003e, bottle with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/coopers-carbonation-drops\"\u003eCarbonation Drops\u003c\/a\u003e, and condition 3–4 weeks. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/st-peters-cream-stout-3-0kg-36-pt\"\u003eSt Peters Cream Stout\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brewco.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39442243322017,"sku":"IH-829","price":15.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/products\/brew__glass_ruby-porter.jpg?v=1616168995"},{"product_id":"geordie-mild-home-brew-kit","title":"Geordie Mild 40pt Home Brew Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dark mild with a traditional, fuller Northern taste. Smooth, full-headed, with a rich deep dark colour. The Geordie Mild 40pt kit produces a classic dark mild that's malt-forward, easy-drinking, and deeply satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 pints | \u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark Mild\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnhance with 200g \u003ca href=\"\/products\/crystal-malt\"\u003eDark Crystal Malt\u003c\/a\u003e steeped before brewing. Upgrade the sugar to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/spraymalt-dark-500grm\"\u003eSpraymalt Dark\u003c\/a\u003e for richer colour and flavour. Ferment with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gervin-gv12-ale-yeast\"\u003eGervin GV12 Ale Yeast\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/coopers-diy-dark-ale\"\u003eCoopers Dark Ale\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/geordie-winter-warmer-home-brew-kit\"\u003eGeordie Winter Warmer\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brewco.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39936262668449,"sku":"1814","price":11.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/products\/1363.jpg?v=1621367071"},{"product_id":"geordie-winter-warmer-home-brew-kit","title":"Geordie Winter Warmer 40pt Home Brew Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eGeordie Winter Warmer is a very smooth, well-hopped dark ale with a rich flavour, full head, and warming depth — made from natural ingredients including barley, malt, and hop extracts. The perfect home brew for the colder months. Makes 40 pints.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 pints | \u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark Ale \/ Winter Warmer\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnhance with 200g \u003ca href=\"\/products\/crystal-malt\"\u003eDark Crystal Malt\u003c\/a\u003e for extra richness. Use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/spraymalt-dark-500grm\"\u003eSpraymalt Dark\u003c\/a\u003e instead of plain sugar. Ferment with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gervin-gv12-ale-yeast\"\u003eGervin GV12 Ale Yeast\u003c\/a\u003e and condition at least 3 weeks. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/geordie-mild-home-brew-kit\"\u003eGeordie Mild\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/coopers-diy-stout\"\u003eCoopers Stout\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brewco.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39936292520097,"sku":"1815","price":11.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/products\/GeordieWinterWarmer1364.jpg?v=1621367206"},{"product_id":"better-brew-midland-mild-ale","title":"Better Brew Midland Mild Ale Home Brew Kit BBE 10\/2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eBetter Brew Midland Mild Ale is a classic brown ale with a malty palate, moderate hop bitterness, and a rich dark colour. A traditional, easy-drinking mild that's perfect for colder months or anyone who enjoys a malt-forward ale.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBitterness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–24 EBU | \u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70–80 EBC | \u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~4.1%\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnhance with 200g \u003ca href=\"\/products\/crystal-malt\"\u003eDark Crystal Malt\u003c\/a\u003e. Use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/spraymalt-dark-500grm\"\u003eDark Spraymalt\u003c\/a\u003e instead of plain sugar for richer flavour. Browse all: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/better-brew\"\u003eBetter Brew Range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brewco.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39969699659937,"sku":"HB-20012","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/products\/20012-bb-midland-mild-ale.jpg?v=1674646550"},{"product_id":"better-brew-northern-brown","title":"Better Brew Northern Brown Home Brew Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eBetter Brew Northern Brown is a smooth, relatively dry brown ale with amber colour, a nutty aftertaste, and a hint of fruitiness. A well-balanced, characterful Northern brown ale that's easy to brew and very enjoyable to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBitterness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28–34 EBU | \u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–70 EBC | \u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~4.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrew with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/spraymalt-medium-500grm\"\u003eMedium Spraymalt\u003c\/a\u003e for improved body. Add 200g \u003ca href=\"\/products\/crystal-malt\"\u003eCrystal Malt\u003c\/a\u003e for extra depth. Ferment with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gervin-gv12-ale-yeast\"\u003eGervin GV12 Ale Yeast\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse all: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/better-brew\"\u003eBetter Brew Range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brewco.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39969703133345,"sku":"HB-20014","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/products\/20014-bb-northern-brown-ale.jpg?v=1674646559"},{"product_id":"better-brew-irish-stout","title":"Better Brew Irish Stout Home Brew Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eBetter Brew Irish Stout delivers a deep brown\/black colour, a solid creamy head, and the unmistakeable taste of roasted malts with a touch of dark chocolate. An authentic Irish-style dry stout that rivals the pub original.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBitterness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38–46 EBU | \u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e 130–160 EBC | \u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~4.3%\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a creamier result, add 200g \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lactose-500grm\"\u003eLactose\u003c\/a\u003e at flameout. Ferment with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gervin-gv12-ale-yeast\"\u003eGervin GV12 Ale Yeast\u003c\/a\u003e. Use a low carbonation rate — one \u003ca href=\"\/products\/coopers-carbonation-drops\"\u003ecarbonation drop\u003c\/a\u003e per 500ml. Browse all: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/better-brew\"\u003eBetter Brew Range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brewco.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39969704247457,"sku":"HB-20016","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/products\/20016-bb-irish-stout.jpg?v=1674646539"},{"product_id":"bulldog-cobnar-wood-northern-brown","title":"Bulldog Cobnar Wood Northern Brown","description":"\u003cp\u003eBulldog Cobnar Wood Northern Brown is a smooth, full-bodied brown ale using Fuggles hops and rich roasted malt flavours. Hints of dark fruit and toffee round off a beautifully balanced Northern brown — a malt-forward beer that rewards patience in the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFerment with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gervin-gv12-ale-yeast\"\u003eGervin GV12 Ale Yeast\u003c\/a\u003e. Enhance with 200g \u003ca href=\"\/products\/crystal-malt\"\u003eDark Crystal Malt\u003c\/a\u003e for extra depth. Condition 2–3 weeks before drinking. Browse all: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bulldog\"\u003eBulldog Series\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brewco.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39969722728609,"sku":"(8321M)","price":28.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/products\/s-l500_9.jpg?v=1621673670"},{"product_id":"masterpint-stout-23l","title":"MasterPint Stout 23L Home Brew Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe MasterPint Stout 23L kit produces a deep brown\/black stout with a solid, creamy head and the classic taste of roasted malts with a touch of dark chocolate malt. An impressive stout that’s easy to brew and enormously satisfying to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90–100 EBC | \u003cstrong\u003eBitterness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38–46 EBU | \u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~5%\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd 200g \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lactose-500grm\"\u003eLactose\u003c\/a\u003e for a milk stout variation. Ferment with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gervin-gv12-ale-yeast\"\u003eGervin GV12 Ale Yeast\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse all: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/masterpint\"\u003eMasterPint Range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brewco.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40158148755617,"sku":"Stout(2943W)","price":13.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/products\/24012-masterpint-stout.jpg?v=1623773831"},{"product_id":"st-peters-ruby-red-ale-3-0kg-40-pt","title":"St Peters Ruby Red Ale 3.0kg ( 40 pt )","description":"\u003cp\u003eSt Peters Ruby Red Ale is a delicious tawny red ale with subtle malt undertones and a distinctive spicy hop aroma. This 3kg kit from the renowned St Peter's Brewery produces a beautifully coloured, medium-bodied red ale with a satisfying depth of flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakes:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~40 pints | \u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ruby Red Ale\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFerment with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gervin-gv12-ale-yeast\"\u003eGervin GV12 Ale Yeast\u003c\/a\u003e. Enhance with 150g \u003ca href=\"\/products\/crystal-malt\"\u003eDark Crystal Malt\u003c\/a\u003e for deeper colour. Browse all St Peters kits: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/st-peters\"\u003eSt Peters Range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brewco.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40158283333793,"sku":"1752","price":22.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/products\/27304.jpg?v=1623775164"}],"url":"https:\/\/brewco.uk\/collections\/stout-dark-beer-home-brew-kits-brewco-uk.oembed","provider":"Brewco.uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}