# Vegan Neapolitan Stouts Fairstate Coop Brews a Whiskey Barrel-Aged Stout with No Milk Ingredient By Amy Duong | Published 2020-02-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neapolitan-stout References: [fairstate.coop](https://fairstate.coop/beer/vegan-neapolitan-stout/) Fairstate Coop is a brewery based in Minneapolis and one of its standout beers is the vegan [Neapolitan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neapolitan-ice-cream-sandwich) stout, which is notably recognized for its vegan elements. The beer is a whiskey barrel-aged stout and as the name suggests, it nods to the classic ice cream combination, 'Neapolitan.' Along with the combination of a stout, there are rich notes of the traditional vanilla flavor, chocolate, and strawberry. As traditional stouts incorporate [milk sugar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peanutbutter-milk-stout) to give it the sweetness and velvety texture, Fairstate Coop creates its Neapolitan stout with no milk and is lactose-free for inclusive palettes. The flavor profile is sweet, malty, and fruity, making it the perfect pairing with desserts. Image Credit Fairstate Coop ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## 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 - **Vegan Stouts:** Explore the rising trend of vegan stouts that cater to inclusive palettes and provide unique flavor profiles without milk ingredients. - **Whiskey Barrel-aged Beers:** Discover the trend of whiskey barrel-aged beers that infuse complex flavors and aromas into traditional stout styles, offering a new level of sophistication. - **Neapolitan Flavored Brews:** Embrace the trend of Neapolitan flavored brews that mimic the beloved ice cream combination, bringing together the flavors of vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry in unique beer creations. ### Where This Applies - **Craft Beer:** The craft beer industry can explore the disruptive innovation opportunity of creating more vegan stouts and incorporating whiskey barrel-ageing techniques to meet the demand for unique and inclusive beer offerings. - **Plant-based Food and Beverages:** The plant-based food and beverages industry can capitalize on the popularity of vegan stouts by developing new brewing techniques and flavors that cater to the growing vegan consumer base. - **Dessert and Confectionery:** The dessert and confectionery industry can collaborate with breweries to create innovative culinary experiences by pairing their desserts with Neapolitan flavored brews, offering a delightful fusion of flavors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sober Stout Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bravus-oatmeal-dark.md) - [Non-Alcoholic Cherry-Chocolate Stouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mash-gangs-lesser-evil.md) - [Vanilla-Infused White Stouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-stouts.md) - [Barrel-Aged Milk Stouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barrelaged-milk-stout.md) - [Coffee-Infused Macaroon Stouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macaroon-stout.md) - [Raspberry-Laced Milk Stouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milk-stouts.md) - [Vegan Mint Cream Liqueurs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mint-cream-liqueur.md) - [Cocoa-Spiked Imperial Stouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocoaspiked-imperial-stout.md) - [Collaborative Vegan Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collaborative-vegan-beer.md)