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Chester's Coffee Stout

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Chester's Coffee Stout is a non-alcoholic coffee stout. Dark, smooth, and built around a deep coffee profile. The Inductus roast brings a bold aroma and a steady, balanced bitterness. The finish is clean and comforting, with a warm depth that highlights the freshness of the brew.
130
CAL
<0.5%
ABV
6
CANS

6-pack, 12 oz cans

$14.99

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What's inside

Chester's Coffee Stout pours midnight-dark with chocolate and fresh-roasted coffee aromatics, a medium body that actually satisfies, and a finish that lingers like the last sip of a perfect cup — non-alcoholic, no compromises.

Style
Stout
Alcohol
<0.5%
Bitterness IBU (International Bitterness Units) measures hop bitterness. Most light lagers sit around 10, and big IPAs run 60 or more.
15 IBU
Color SRM (Standard Reference Method) is how brewers measure beer color. Around 2 is pale straw, 10 is amber, and 40 is black like a stout.
40 SRM
Carbonation
2.5 vol CO₂

Nutrition facts

Serving size1 can (12 fl oz)

Calories130

  • Alcohol by volume<0.5%
  • Total carbohydrate≈ 31 g*

Our latest batches, measured in-house

BatchDateCaloriesABV
BA1852Oct 11320.17%
BA1815Sep 171270.15%
BA1782Sep 81350.17%

* Estimated from our in-house batch readings.

Characteristics

Look
Very dark black/opaque color with a light haze, no particulates & brown foam.
Aroma
Coffee & chocolate and other sweet aromatics.
Taste
Lightly sweet with a gentle bitterness.
Mouthfeel
Medium body, some tingling carbonation and some astringency.

Ingredients

Water, barley, oats, hops, lactose, yeast, coffee.

  • Contains lactose

Brewed with

Malts: Roasted Barley, Chocolate Rye, Carafa Special Type 2, 2-Row, Aromatic Munich 20L, Oat Malt, Double Roasted Crystal, Extra Special

Hops: CO2 hop extract

  • Best of CraftGold Medal
  • RealCoffee

Every batch tasted by our sensory panel. Under 0.5% ABV. Brewed in Naperville, Illinois.

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FAQ

What is Go Brewing’s Chester's Fresh Dark Brew?
Chester's Fresh Dark Brew is a non-alcoholic dark ale brewed by Go Brewing in Naperville, Illinois. Dark ruby in color, it’s a cozy, malt-forward beer crafted for cold nights, layering in smooth coffee character, a silky body, and a sweet chocolate finish—all while staying under 0.5% ABV. It’s also our Beer of the Month.
What type of beer is Chester’s Fresh Dark Brew?
It’s a seasonal dark ale brewed with specialty coffee, known for its rich malt depth, approachable roastiness, and winter-ready comfort.
What ingredients are used in Chester’s Fresh Dark Brew?
We brew it with water, barley, oats, hops, lactose, yeast, and Inductus’ smooth medium coffee blend. These ingredients create a round, silky body with mild citrus acidity, chocolate sweetness, and a clean, roasty finish.
What does Chester’s Fresh Dark Brew taste like?
Expect a smooth, balanced dark ale with flavors of roasted coffee, cocoa, caramelized sugars, and toasted grain. The Inductus medium roast adds mild citrus acidity and a silky mouthfeel, while lactose brings gentle sweetness. Roasty, rich, clean, and cozy, it has just enough depth to keep you coming back for more.
How is Chester’s Fresh Dark Brew brewed to remain non-alcoholic?
We use Go Brewing’s proprietary brewing process to keep it naturally under 0.5% ABV—no dealcoholization or dilution—preserving the beer’s body, roast character, and layered malt profile.
Is Chester’s Fresh Dark Brew gluten-free?
No. Chester’s Fresh Dark Brew contains barley and oats and is not gluten-free.
What are the nutrition facts for Chester’s Fresh Dark Brew?
Each 12-oz can has about 130 calories and 31 grams of carbohydrates (estimated from our batch readings). It's under 0.5% ABV.
Where can I buy Chester's Fresh Dark Brew?
You can purchase it at GoBrewing.com, at our Naperville taproom, and at select retailers that carry Go Brewing’s seasonal lineup.
Does Chester's Fresh contain caffeine?
Yes, each serving has roughly the same amount of caffeine as a cup of coffee.
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