Young’s Double Chocolate Stout does exactly what the name promises. It is an English stout brewed with real chocolate and chocolate malt, giving it a smooth, sweet, genuinely cocoa-rich character. At 5.2% it is far more drinkable than its dessert-like flavour suggests. I picked up a few for this guide to check the chocolate is the real deal.
Young’s Double Chocolate Stout at a glance
| Style | Chocolate stout |
| ABV | 5.2% |
| Calories | Around 190 per 12 fl oz |
| Brewery | Young’s / Eagle Brewery, England |
| Character | Milk and dark chocolate, cream, light roast |
| Best served | Lightly chilled, in a pint glass |
How it tastes, by the numbers
This is the sweet, chocolatey side of the stout world, smooth and dessert-like but not heavy.
The full review
It pours a deep dark brown with a creamy head. The aroma is unmistakable, real milk and dark chocolate with a little cream and a soft roast underneath. It smells like a chocolate pudding.
The flavour follows through beautifully. There is a rich, genuine chocolate character, both sweet milk chocolate and a touch of darker cocoa, with a smooth, creamy body and just enough light roast to keep it from being sickly. It is sweet but balanced.
The clever thing is how drinkable it stays. Plenty of chocolate beers are heavy, boozy affairs. This one is only 5.2% and has a medium body, so it drinks like a treat you can actually finish and enjoy rather than one that defeats you.
It is a lovely after-dinner beer and a great pick for anyone with a sweet tooth. If you have ever wanted a beer that genuinely tastes of chocolate without being a 12% monster, this is it.
If you have ever wanted a beer that genuinely tastes of chocolate without being a 12% monster, this is it.
- Genuinely, richly chocolatey
- Smooth and creamy
- Very drinkable at 5.2%
- A great after-dinner beer
- Too sweet for roast purists
- Not much complexity beyond the chocolate
Who it is for
If you have a sweet tooth or want a chocolatey dessert beer that is still easy to drink, Young’s Double Chocolate is a treat. A crowd-pleaser for stout newcomers.
Young’s Double Chocolate Stout FAQs
Does Young’s Double Chocolate Stout actually contain chocolate?
Yes. It is brewed with real chocolate and chocolate malt, which is why the cocoa character is so genuine rather than just a roasted-malt impression of chocolate.
What does Young’s Double Chocolate Stout taste like?
Rich milk and dark chocolate with a creamy body, a soft roast and a balanced sweetness. It drinks like a smooth liquid dessert.
How strong is Young’s Double Chocolate Stout?
It is 5.2% ABV, a very drinkable stout despite its rich, dessert-like flavour.
Where to buy Young’s Double Chocolate Stout
Young’s Double Chocolate Stout is widely imported and sold across the US in bottles and cans. Buy it using the button above.
The verdict
Young’s Double Chocolate Stout is a genuinely chocolatey, smooth and drinkable dessert beer. If you have a sweet tooth, it is one of the most enjoyable stouts you can buy.
FAQs
Who makes Young’s Double Chocolate Stout?
Young’s Double Chocolate Stout is brewed by Young’s / Eagle Brewery (a beer brand brewed under license by Charles Wells since 2006).
What kind of beer is Young’s Double Chocolate Stout?
Young’s Double Chocolate Stout is a Chocolate stout, at 5.2% ABV.
How much alcohol is in Young’s Double Chocolate Stout?
Young’s Double Chocolate Stout has an ABV of 5.2%.
How many calories are in Young’s Double Chocolate Stout?
Young’s Double Chocolate Stout has Around 190 per 12 fl oz, based on the brewery’s published nutrition information.
Is Young’s Double Chocolate Stout gluten free?
No. Like most traditional beers, Young’s Double Chocolate Stout is brewed from barley and/or wheat, both of which contain gluten.
How can I make Young’s Double Chocolate Stout taste better?
Serve it at the right temperature and in the right glass (see below), or use it as the base for a beer cocktail. Our beer cocktails guide has recipes worth trying.
Where is Young’s Double Chocolate Stout made?
Young’s Double Chocolate Stout is brewed by Young’s / Eagle Brewery in England. For more from that country, see our best England beers guide.
What is a good alternative to Young’s Double Chocolate Stout?
If you can’t find Young’s Double Chocolate Stout, Young’s Double Chocolate Stout is a close alternative in the same Chocolate stout category.
How do I open Young’s Double Chocolate Stout without a bottle opener?
A lighter, a sturdy key, a spoon, or the edge of a table all work in a pinch. See our full guide on opening a beer without a bottle opener for 8 methods that actually work.
What glass should I use for Young’s Double Chocolate Stout?
Lightly chilled, in a pint glass. See our beer glassware guide if you want to match the glass to the style exactly.
