MURPHY'S STOUT 4PK CANS (14.9OZ)

Murphy’s Irish Stout is a 4% ABV Irish dry stout brewed in Cork since 1856, known for its smooth, creamy, low‑bitterness profile and caramel‑coffee notes.

Key Characteristics

• Alcohol by volume: 4% ABV  
• Flavor profile:
  • Mild bitterness
  • Notes of caramel, chocolate, and subtle coffee
  • Often described as reminiscent of “chocolate milk” due to its smoothness  
• Texture:
  • Creamy mouthfeel
  • Low carbonation
  • Nitrogenated for a velvety head and cascading pour

Brewing & Ingredients

Murphy’s uses malted barley, roasted barley, hops, water, and a proprietary yeast strain. The roasted barley provides its dark color and gentle sweetness, while nitrogenation enhances its creamy texture.

History

• Founded in 1856 by James J. Murphy at Lady’s Well Brewery in Cork.
• Became a regional favorite before expanding internationally.
• Acquired by Heineken in 1983, which increased global distribution

Availability

Murphy’s is sold in kegs and cans, with canned versions containing a nitrogen widget to replicate the draft experience. It remains most popular in Cork but is exported to markets such as the UK, Norway, Italy, and the United States.  

Murphy’s Irish Stout is widely regarded as a smoother, gentler alternative within the Irish stout category.