# Guided Homebrewing Stout Kits Mikkeller and IGulu Release a New Beer Geek Breakfast Kit By Ellen Smith | Written with AI assistance | Published 2026-09-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beer-geek-breakfast-kit References: [prweb](https://www.prweb.com/releases/mikkeller-and-igulu-bring-the-beer-that-kickstarted-it-all-back-to-homebrewing-on-kickstarter-302877879.html)  Mikkeller and iGulu created the Mikkeller x iGulu Beer Geek Breakfast Ingredient Kit, a guided [homebrewing kit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/athome-seance-kit) developed for the iGulu smart brewing system featuring an RFID recipe card that loads the recommended fermentation program. The kit translates Mikkeller's Beer Geek Breakfast recipe into a hands-on brewing experience designed to preserve the beer's defining profile. The kit focuses on freshly brewed [coffee, dark chocolate and roasted malt](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gingerbread-stout-latte) over an oat-led body and is expected to reach 7.5–8% ABV. iGulu's system automatically manages key conditions such as temperature and pressure during each stage, the complete process takes about 14 days, and each kit yields roughly one gallon of finished beer. The ingredient pack is compatible with iGulu S1, S1 NEO, F1, F1 PRO and F2 systems. For hobbyist brewers this offers a way to recreate an [iconic stout](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackout-stout) at home with repeatable control and reduced manual monitoring. Early access opens on Kickstarter and the kit is planned to begin shipping in Q1 2027. Image Credit: Mikkeller and iGulu ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 92% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Automated Craft Brewing:** Smart fermentation systems create new space for premium beverage brands to translate complex recipes into repeatable at-home experiences with minimal technical knowledge required. - **RFID Recipe Kits:** Embedded recipe cards enable appliances to recognize ingredients and run optimized programs, extending the subscription-kit model into connected culinary hardware. - **Licensed Homebrew Collaborations:** Iconic craft beer labels can become experiential products as brand partnerships turn signature beverages into small-batch consumer production formats. ### Where This Applies - **Craft Beer:** Established breweries gain alternative revenue channels by packaging flagship recipes as controlled homebrewing experiences for enthusiast audiences. - **Smart Appliances:** Connected kitchen and beverage devices are evolving into platform ecosystems where branded consumables, guided programs, and automation drive recurring engagement. - **Specialty Food and Beverage:** Premium flavor profiles such as coffee, chocolate, and roasted grains support crossover products that blend gourmet ingredient storytelling with personalized production. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Breakfast Pastry-Inspired Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-cinnamon-roll-ale.md) - [Powdered Beer Granules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beer-powder.md) - [Ice Cream-Inspired Stout Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brewdog-x-mackies-of-scotland.md) - [At-Home Brewing Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-brew-kit.md) - [Signature Brew-at-Home Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinter-and-the-lagunitas-brewing-company.md) - [Bold Brew Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bero-coffee-draught.md) - [Dessert-Inspired Beer Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bakeoff-series.md) - [Collaboration Coffee Honey Stouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hive-mind-x-rave-second-breakfast.md) - [Regional Stout Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Dank-Brewing.md)