The Bruery 8 Maids-A-Milking

The Bruery 8 Maids-A-Milking is a bold and festive imperial milk stout that brings rich holiday character in every sip. Originally released as part of The Bruery’s iconic 12 Days of Christmas beer series, this eighth installment celebrates the season with layers of decadent flavor and craftsmanship that showcase the brewery’s creative approach to brewing.

Crafted with a generous mash bill featuring roasted malts, specialty grains, and milk sugar (lactose), this stout delivers a velvety, full-bodied mouthfeel. At its core, you’ll find indulgent tasting notes of dark chocolate, roasted coffee, and creamy milk sweetness, balanced with subtle undertones of caramel and toasted malt. The lactose lends a smooth, slightly sweet finish that makes the high ABV approachable and warming—perfect for cold winter nights or sharing around a holiday table.

The Bruery, founded in 2008 by Patrick Rue in Placentia, California, has built a reputation for innovative, barrel-aged, and experimental beers that blur the line between brewing and culinary artistry. The 12 Days of Christmas collection has become one of the most sought-after holiday series in craft beer, with each year’s release inspired by the traditional carol. 8 Maids-A-Milking continues that legacy, earning acclaim among beer enthusiasts for its decadent depth and festive drinkability.

Whether enjoyed fresh or cellared to develop complexity over time, The Bruery 8 Maids-A-Milking is a collectible holiday stout that highlights why The Bruery remains one of the most inventive breweries in America.