Rogue Double Chocolate Stout 4Pk is a rich, high-gravity American stout brewed with imported Dutch bittersweet chocolate at 9% ABV. This bold imperial-strength stout earned a Gold Medal at the 2016 World Beer Championships and a 90-point score from Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine in a blind tasting by BJCP-certified judges — credentials that place it among the most decorated chocolate stouts in the American craft landscape.Quick Facts: ABV: 9% | Origin: Newport, Oregon, USA | Style: Imperial/Double Chocolate Stout | Brewery: Rogue Ales & SpiritsProduction & HeritageRogue Ales & Spirits operates out of Newport, Oregon, where it has built a reputation for ingredient-driven brewing and a stubbornly independent streak. Double Chocolate Stout is brewed with a grain bill of 2-Row, C120, Chocolate, and Munich malts alongside rolled oats and roasted barley, then dosed with twice the chocolate of Rogue's original Chocolate Stout — specifically imported Dutch bittersweet chocolate. The recipe also incorporates honey, Cascade hops, free-range coastal water, and the brewery's proprietary Pacman yeast, a house strain known for its clean attenuation that lets the malt and chocolate character dominate the profile.Tasting NotesAroma: Unmistakable waves of dark chocolate greet the nose first, followed by honey sweetness, a hint of raisin, and roasted malt depth. It smells like unwrapping a quality bittersweet chocolate bar over a freshly brewed pot of coffee.Taste: The entry is smooth and immediately chocolate-forward — think chocolate syrup layered over sweet roasted malt. The mid-palate broadens with bittersweet cacao, caramel undertones, and a subtle mocha quality. At 9% ABV, warming alcohol appears gently alongside balanced hop bitterness, preventing the sweetness from becoming cloying.Finish: Dry and lingering, with bittersweet chocolate and roasted grain persisting well after each sip. There is a pleasant interplay of vanilla-like warmth and bitter cacao that invites another taste.How to Drink Double Chocolate StoutPour into a tulip glass or snifter at around 50–55°F to let the chocolate aromatics fully open up; this stout rewards patience. For cocktail-minded drinkers, try a Chocolate Stout Float with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert serve, a Black Velvet variation topped with sparkling wine where the chocolate richness replaces traditional dry stout, or a Stout Espresso Martini shaken with cold brew and coffee liqueur — the 9% ABV base adds backbone that lighter stouts lack.Best For After-dinner sipping as a standalone dessert beer Gifting to a craft beer enthusiast who gravitates toward dark, malt-forward styles Pairing alongside a chocolate tasting or dessert course Cold-weather drinking sessions where bold ABV and rich flavor are welcome Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat does Double Chocolate Stout taste like? It delivers a dominant dark chocolate and roasted malt flavor profile, with supporting notes of caramel, coffee, honey, and bittersweet cacao that dry out on the finish rather than leaning overly sweet.How does Double Chocolate Stout compare to Young's Double Chocolate Stout? Young's is a lower-ABV English-style chocolate stout (around 5.2%) with a lighter body and milk chocolate character, while Rogue's version runs at 9% ABV with imported Dutch bittersweet chocolate, resulting in a significantly more intense, fuller-bodied, and boozier drinking experience.Is Double Chocolate Stout good for sipping neat? Absolutely — the 9% ABV, layered chocolate complexity, and dry finish make it a strong standalone sipper, particularly when served slightly below room temperature in a proper glass.Where is Double Chocolate Stout made? It is brewed by Rogue Ales & Spirits in Newport, Oregon, a coastal town on the central Oregon shoreline where the brewery sources its free-range coastal water.What foods pair well with Double Chocolate Stout? Dark chocolate truffles amplify the shared cacao notes; smoked brisket or barbecued ribs stand up to its weight; sharp aged cheddar provides a savory contrast to the malt sweetness; chocolate lava cake or flourless chocolate torte creates a seamless dessert pairing; and roasted nuts like pecans or hazelnuts echo the toasted grain character.What sizes does Double Chocolate Stout come in? This listing is a 4-pack; Rogue also commonly packages this stout in 22-oz bomber bottles and on draft at select locations.Is Double Chocolate Stout worth the price? It positions as a premium craft stout within the imperial-strength chocolate stout category, and its Gold Medal from the World Beer Championships and 90-point Craft Beer & Brewing score back up the quality behind the price point.Why Double Chocolate Stout?Rogue built this beer around a specific idea — double the chocolate of their standard recipe — and backed it with imported Dutch bittersweet chocolate, a proprietary yeast strain, and a grain bill that reads like a specialty malt showcase. The results speak through competition hardware: Gold and Silver medals at the World Beer Championships across multiple vintages, plus a 90-point blind-tasting score from certified judges. At 9% ABV, it occupies a space between sessionable chocolate stouts and full-blown barrel-aged imperials, making it one of the more versatile and approachable high-gravity chocolate stouts available year-round. For drinkers who want genuine chocolate intensity without pastry-stout gimmickry, this remains a benchmark.
