The surprising new summer stout that tastes just like Guinness but more "chocolatey"

Described as a "luscious imperial stout, full-bodied, nutty, and unapologetically indulgent" this latest creation has become the surprise hit of the summer and the most requested flavour from its Edinburgh-based brewers.

"Holy moly! Such good flavours. You wouldn't know this was alcoholic let alone 13% until the little bite of aftertaste. So sweet so silky smooth. Little bit of bitterness form the pistachio is on point too. Excellent" said one diehard Guinness drinker keen to try something new this summer.

Another added: "My word. Not a good choice for a school night."

The summer stout in question, launched earlier this year is Vault City's Dubai-Style Chocolate Pistachio Imperial stout, and it turning out to be their most requested recipe this year.

They describe this luscious liquid as replicating "the iconic flavours of silky milk chocolate among layers of rich pistachio cream and golden syrup-soaked knafeh pastry. It's full-bodied, nutty, and unapologetically indulgent."

Hundreds of stout lovers are enjoying its smooth velvety taste, reminiscent of a good pint of Guinness, and most of the reviews are favourable.

"Not really a beer for an afternoon session,but had to try it " said one while another raved "Exceptional, very sweet and thick. Doesn't taste strong at all (but it is)."

However some found the drink, which was launched on the back of the social media driven fashion for Dubai pistaschio cream chocolate, a little too sweet.

One said: "This did deliver what the can promised: pistachio Dubai style chocolate. But it was SO SWEET! too sweet. The pistachios gave it a dry edge aftertaste. But it was thick and sticky! Couldn't finish it!"

Vault City launched their new stout inspired by one of TikTok's most viral sweet treats, and it's already the breakout star in their £1 million crowdfunding campaign.

By far their most requested flavour to date, Vault City received over 1000 calls for the viral chocolate sensation to be reimagined in beer form.

They said: "Dubai-Style Chocolate Pistachio Imperial Stout is a 13% showstopper packed with flavours of silky milk chocolate, rich pistachio cream, and golden syrup-soaked knafeh pastry. It's the brewery's boldest dessert stout to date, taking cues from the TikTok-beloved Dubai chocolate bar - a viral hit filled with shredded kadayif pastry and pistachio cream, all coated in smooth milk chocolate.

"Full-bodied, nutty, and unapologetically over-the-top, the new release is the result of Vault City's You Choose, We Brew competition. It was the most requested beer of the year, making up around 10% of all entries, as fans clamoured to see their dream dessert turned into a decadent stout."

Vault City co-founder Steven Smith-Hay added: "This beer is pure indulgence! It's bold, decadent, and exactly what our fans asked for. The response so far has been incredible.

The beer is priced at £9.85 per 330ml can. At 13% ABV and 4.3 units per can, the Dubai Chocolate Pistachio Imperial Stout is not one for the faint-hearted.

It's rich ingredient list includesBelgian dark syrup, cacao nibs, brown sugar, and nut-free pistachio flavouring, it delivers all the opulence of the viral treat that inspired it. Not suitable for vegans, the beer uses lactose to create its signature silky, dessert-like finish.