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A tribute to the Scottish Highlands, brewed in Hørning. Tor Dhubh is dark, dry and honest - no detours, just roasted malt and a bitterness that knows exactly what it wants.

Expert description of Stepping Stone Tor Dhubh Dry Stout

Tor Dhubh is a dark, roasted and classically dry stout at 4.2% - the first of its kind from Stepping Stone Brewing Company. The beer is brewed as a tribute to the Scottish Highlands and hits the style with precision: deep roasted malt notes, a pronounced bitterness and a dry, tight finish. Its low ABV keeps it easy to drink without losing character.

Stepping Stone is a young brewery from Hørning near Aarhus, founded by Daniel True, Runee Stusgaard and Simon Grøndahl Lyngholm Jakobsen and named Danish Brewery of the Year 2024. Behind the experimental recipes lies a social project that gives refugees and people on the margins of the job market a place in production.

Tasting Notes

Aroma

Coffee, dark chocolate and lightly toasted grain.

Taste

Dry cocoa, roasted malt and a hint of smoky bitterness.

Finish

Dry, dark and pleasantly bitter - exactly as a classic dry stout should be.

Specifications

Name: Tor Dhubh
Brewery: Stepping Stone Brewing Company
Country/Region: Denmark
Beer style: Dry Stout
ABV: 4.2%
Size: 440 ML
Malt: Barley malt
Allergens: Gluten (barley)
Best before: 04/2027
Serving suggestion: 8-10°C in a wide stout glass or pint glass

Flavour Profile

Roasted · Dry · Bitter · Uncomplicated

Did You Know?

The name Tor Dhubh is Gaelic and roughly translates to "the dark hill" - a direct reference to the Scottish Highlands honoured by this Danish interpretation of the classic dry stout.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Stepping Stone Tor Dhubh Dry Stout

Is Tor Dhubh worth the money?

Yes, if you're after an uncomplicated, well-brewed dry stout. It comes from Stepping Stone, Danish Brewery of the Year 2024, and nails the classic style with precision without being expensive.

What does Tor Dhubh taste like?

It tastes of coffee, dark chocolate and roasted malt, with a dry, pleasantly bitter finish - a classic dry stout without frills.

What food pairs well with Tor Dhubh?

It pairs well with grilled or smoked meat, oysters, or works nicely as a relaxed evening beer on its own.

What temperature should it be served at?

Serve it at 8-10°C in a wide beer glass or pint glass, so the roasted notes come through clearly.

What is Stepping Stone Brewing Company known for?

Stepping Stone is a young brewery from Hørning near Aarhus, named Danish Brewery of the Year 2024, known for brewing both experimental and classic styles with equal precision.

How long does Tor Dhubh keep?

This batch is best before 04/2027. As a dry stout, it's relatively stable and keeps well when stored cool and dark for a while.