Southern Tier Nitro Coconut Truffle 4Pk

Southern Tier Nitro Coconut Truffle 4Pk is a 10% ABV imperial milk stout from Southern Tier Brewing Company, sold in a four-pack of nitro cans. Part of the brewery's Blackwater NITRO Series, this indulgent stout earned a 93 score on BeerAdvocate, placing it firmly in the "outstanding" tier among American sweet stouts.

Quick Facts: ABV: 10%  |  Origin: Lakewood, New York, USA  |  Style: Imperial Milk/Sweet Stout  |  IBU: 25  |  Brewery: Southern Tier Brewing Company

Production & Heritage

Southern Tier Brewing Company, founded in 2002 in Lakewood, New York, has built a reputation for bold, dessert-forward imperial stouts. Nitro Coconut Truffle uses a malt bill of toasted wheat, Caramel 60, and chocolate malt, hopped with Columbus at a restrained 25 IBUs. The beer is brewed with milk sugar (lactose), natural coconut, dark chocolate, and a pinch of sea salt, then nitrogenated for a cascading, creamy pour that distinguishes it from the brewery's standard carbonated offerings. The nitro charge replaces sharp carbonation with a dense, velvety mouthfeel that amplifies the confectionery character.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with an immediate rush of toasted coconut and dark chocolate, drawing frequent comparisons to a Mounds candy bar. Underneath, there is a subtle sweetness from the lactose and a faint roasted malt backbone.

Taste: On the palate, the nitrogenation delivers a remarkably smooth, silky entry. The mid-palate is dominated by intense coconut and dark milk chocolate that meld seamlessly, with the sea salt adding a savory counterpoint that keeps the sweetness from becoming cloying. The lactose contributes body and a rounded sweetness that carries through to the peak.

Finish: The finish is medium-long, with lingering dark chocolate, desiccated coconut, and a gentle warmth from the 10% ABV. The texture remains creamy to the last sip, with the sea salt leaving a clean, balanced close.

How to Drink Nitro Coconut Truffle

Pour the entire can in one smooth, inverted motion into a tulip glass or wide-mouthed pint to activate the full nitrogen cascade — do not sip from the can, as the pour is essential to the intended texture. Serve at cellar temperature, around 50–55°F, to let the coconut and chocolate aromatics fully open up. While this stout is best enjoyed on its own as a dessert beer, it can also anchor creative drink builds: a Stout Float topped with vanilla bean ice cream, where the coconut and chocolate complement the cream; a Mexican Hot Chocolate-style warm cocktail blended gently with a cinnamon stick and a splash of añejo tequila; or a simple Coconut Espresso Martini riff, shaken with cold brew and coconut cream liqueur for a layered after-dinner drink.

Best For

• Serving as a standalone dessert course after a rich meal
• Gifting to a craft beer enthusiast who gravitates toward imperial stouts
• Winter fireside sipping sessions when a warming, decadent beer is called for
• Pairing alongside a chocolate or dessert tasting board

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Nitro Coconut Truffle taste like? It delivers an intense combination of toasted coconut and dark milk chocolate with a silky, full-bodied mouthfeel from nitrogenation and lactose, finished with a subtle pinch of sea salt that balances the sweetness.

How does Nitro Coconut Truffle compare to Left Hand Milk Stout? Left Hand Milk Stout is a standard-strength (6% ABV) milk stout with a roasty, coffee-forward profile, while Southern Tier's offering is nearly twice the ABV at 10%, far more dessert-driven, and relies on added coconut, dark chocolate, and sea salt rather than straightforward roasted malt character. Both use nitrogenation and lactose, but Nitro Coconut Truffle sits in a distinctly more indulgent, imperial weight class.

Is Nitro Coconut Truffle good for sipping neat? Yes — the nitro pour, creamy body, and complex confectionery flavors make it an ideal slow-sipper, particularly when served slightly below room temperature in a proper glass.

Where is Nitro Coconut Truffle made? It is brewed at Southern Tier Brewing Company in Lakewood, New York, a craft brewery located in the southwestern corner of the state near Chautauqua Lake.

What foods pair well with Nitro Coconut Truffle? Dark chocolate truffles mirror the beer's core flavor and create a layered chocolate experience. Coconut cream pie amplifies the tropical notes. A sharp aged cheddar provides a savory contrast to the sweetness. Salted caramel brownies echo the sea salt element. Grilled pineapple offers an acidic, fruity counterpoint to the rich malt body.

What sizes does Nitro Coconut Truffle come in? The standard retail format is a four-pack of nitro cans, which is the primary packaging for Southern Tier's Blackwater NITRO Series.

Is Nitro Coconut Truffle worth the price? It positions as a premium craft offering within the imperial stout category, justified by its 10% ABV, specialty ingredients (natural coconut, dark chocolate, sea salt), and nitrogenation — a production step that adds cost compared to standard carbonated stouts. Its BeerAdvocate score of 93 reinforces strong quality-to-value standing in the dessert stout segment.

Why Nitro Coconut Truffle?

A 93 on BeerAdvocate and over 10,000 ratings on Untappd signal broad critical and consumer approval — this is not a niche curiosity but a proven standout in the imperial stout category. The nitrogenation is not a gimmick here; it is structurally essential, transforming a 10% ABV beer into something that drinks with the smoothness of a much lighter stout while maintaining full flavor intensity. The specific combination of natural coconut, dark chocolate, and sea salt in a lactose-enriched base creates a beer that genuinely tastes like its namesake confection, not a vague approximation. For drinkers seeking a dessert stout that delivers on its promise without relying on artificial flavoring shortcuts, this is one of the more reliable options on the shelf.