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Recipe Kit Super Stout
The Super Stout is an original AHB recipe dating back 30 years and one of our most popular dark brews of all time. Smooth, black, rich and malty, with a moderate bitterness that enhances the dryness and the roasted malt flavours.
Makes 18L , about 24 bottles
4.8% ABV , Super Stout
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Recipe Kit Super Stout
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The details
What sets the Super Stout apart is a small addition of liquorice extract, a warm, subtly sweet herbal note that rounds out the roast in a way nothing else quite does. Maltodextrin adds body and creaminess, and an English yeast contributes a quiet fruitiness behind the malt. After a few pints you understand why it has lasted 30 years.
The Super Stout is an original AHB recipe dating back 30 years and one of our most popular dark brews of all time. Smooth, black, rich and malty, with a moderate bitterness that enhances the dryness and the roasted malt flavours. A medium to full creamy body makes it superbly drinkable. It makes 21 litres.
What it is like to brew
What sets the Super Stout apart is a small addition of liquorice extract, a warm, subtly sweet herbal note that rounds out the roast in a way nothing else quite does. Maltodextrin adds body and creaminess, and an English yeast contributes a quiet fruitiness behind the malt. After a few pints you understand why it has lasted 30 years.
Why this kit works
- Liquorice extract for a warm, subtly sweet herbal note that rounds the roast
- Maltodextrin for a full, smooth, creamy body
- English yeast for a quiet fruitiness behind the malt
- A proven, 30-year original AHB recipe, ferments at room temperature
When it makes sense
A reliable choice when you want a smooth, full, classic dry stout with a bit of character. Easy enough for a first dark beer and a long-standing favourite for regulars.
Specifications
| Style | Dry stout |
|---|---|
| ABV | 4.7% |
| IBU | 28 |
| Colour (EBC) | 90 |
| Original gravity | 1.060 |
| Final gravity | 1.016 to 1.018 |
| Fermentation temp | 18 to 22 C (ale yeast) |
| Batch volume | 21 litres |
| Difficulty | Beginner friendly |
| Ready to drink | About 4 to 6 weeks |
What's in the box
- Dark malt extract base (the fermentable base that becomes the beer)
- Liquorice extract (for a warm, subtly sweet herbal note)
- Maltodextrin (for added body and a creamy mouthfeel)
- English ale yeast (ferments the sugars and adds quiet fruitiness)
- Step-by-step brew day instructions with weights and timings
Flavour profile
- Appearance: Smooth black with a tan head
- Aroma: Roasted malt with a hint of liquorice
- Flavour: Rich and malty, roasty with a moderate balancing bitterness
- Mouthfeel: Medium to full and creamy
- Finish: Dry, roasty and rounded
Hamish's verdict
The liquorice is the signature, so do not be tempted to leave it out, it is what makes a Super Stout taste like a Super Stout. Give it a few weeks of conditioning and the body turns properly creamy. Thirty years of brewers cannot be wrong.
Reviewed by the AHB Brewing Team, June 2026. Last updated June 2026.
What's In The Kit
- Dark malt extract base: the fermentable base that becomes the beer
- Liquorice extract: for a warm, subtly sweet herbal note
- Maltodextrin: for added body and a creamy mouthfeel
- English ale yeast: ferments the sugars and adds quiet fruitiness
- Step-by-step brew day instructions with weights and timings
Brew Specs
- Style: Dry stout
- ABV: 4.7%
- IBU: 28
- Colour (EBC): 90
- Original gravity: 1.060
- Final gravity: 1.016 to 1.018
- Fermentation temp: 18 to 22 C (ale yeast)
- Batch volume: 21 litres
- Difficulty: Beginner friendly
- Ready to drink: About 4 to 6 weeks
Flavour Profile
Appearance: Smooth black with a tan head
Aroma: Roasted malt with a hint of liquorice
Flavour: Rich and malty, roasty with a moderate balancing bitterness
Mouthfeel: Medium to full and creamy
Finish: Dry, roasty and rounded
Aroma: Roasted malt with a hint of liquorice
Flavour: Rich and malty, roasty with a moderate balancing bitterness
Mouthfeel: Medium to full and creamy
Finish: Dry, roasty and rounded
Who it's for
A reliable choice when you want a smooth, full, classic dry stout with a bit of character. Easy enough for a first dark beer and a long-standing favourite for regulars.
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Quick answers
Questions about this product, shipping and orders. See the FAQ page for more topics.
Customer support:
Monday to Friday, 9-4pm AEST.We normally get back to you within a day—often sooner.
Monday to Friday, 9-4pm AEST.We normally get back to you within a day—often sooner.
What does the liquorice extract do?
It adds a warm, subtly sweet herbal note that rounds out the roasted malt character. It is the signature of the Super Stout and what makes it different from a standard dry stout. It is subtle, not an overpowering liquorice flavour.
What makes this stout creamy?
Maltodextrin, which adds body and mouthfeel without adding sweetness. Combined with the dark malt it gives the Super Stout its full, smooth, creamy character.
Do I need temperature control to brew this stout?
No. This is an ale and ferments well at room temperature (around 18 to 22 degrees C, up to 23 for this kit), so you do not need a temperature-controlled fridge.
How long should I condition a stout before drinking?
Allow 1 to 2 weeks to ferment, then give it a few weeks of conditioning. Stouts genuinely improve with age, and 4 to 6 weeks total lets the roast mellow and the body smooth out.
How much beer does this kit make?
It makes 21 litres, which is roughly 28 longneck bottles (750ml) or about 55 stubbies (330ml).
What equipment do I need to brew this kit?
A fermenter with lid and airlock, a no-rinse sanitiser, a thermometer, a hydrometer, and bottles or a keg for packaging. Our starter equipment kits include everything you need.
Customer support:
Monday to Friday, 9-4pm AEST.We normally get back to you within a day—often sooner.
Monday to Friday, 9-4pm AEST.We normally get back to you within a day—often sooner.
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