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Malaysia’s stout scene just got a significant upgrade. Connor’s Stout Porter Xtra Malt landed in September 2025 with a bigger bottle, a bolder brew and a launch party in Cheras

The newly introduced Connor’s Stout Porter Xtra Malt is a bold yet smooth creation that brings richer flavour, a bigger bottle and a way of drinking stout that feels designed for sharing.

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What Is Connor’s Stout Porter Xtra Malt

Launched in September 2025, Connor’s Stout Porter Xtra Malt comes in the brand’s first quart-sized 640ml bottle.

Brewed with four premium malts and an added measure of malt for extra depth, it carries notes of roasted coffee with a hint of caramel. At 5% ABV, it is full-bodied yet remarkably easy to drink. It shows that stout can be both rich and approachable without the heaviness often associated with darker beers.

This balance of character and smoothness is what makes Xtra Malt stand out. It offers intensity for long-time stout enthusiasts while remaining welcoming to those just discovering the style.

It also comes in Connor’s first quart-sized 640ml bottle, which tells you everything about how it is meant to be consumed. Not a solo drink at a bar counter. A round for the table.

Launched in Malaysia

To mark the launch, Connor’s gathered guests at 7Ate9 Café in Cheras. The location reflected what stout drinking means in Malaysia: lively coffeeshops where friends come together and conversations flow. Guests enjoyed curated food pairings that highlighted how the malty richness of Xtra Malt complements smoky grilled meats and spicy dishes, both central to the Malaysian dining table.

The evening came alive with live music, giveaways and a generous pour of Connor’s Stout Porter Xtra Malt. For many, it was the first taste of this new brew, and the reaction was consistent. It is bold, smooth and surprisingly easy to enjoy.

Where to Find It

Connor’s Stout Porter Xtra Malt is crafted for sharing, whether at a coffeeshop with friends, a bustling food court or a casual restaurant. Its smooth character makes it an easy companion for hearty local dishes, while its caramel finish adds refinement to the experience.

Connor’s Stout Porter Xtra Malt is now rolling out across coffeeshops and food courts nationwide. The 640ml bottle is easy to spot. Order it with anything off the grill and you will understand why the format exists.

If you have been drinking the same stout for years, this is a reasonable excuse to switch things up.

Available in Large 640ml Bottle

With a larger bottle, a blend of premium malts and a smooth finish, Connor’s Stout Porter Xtra Malt marks a new moment for stout in Malaysia.

It reflects both innovation and an understanding of how Malaysians choose to drink: in company, with good food, and always in celebration.

Connor’s Malaysia

Longtime stout drinkers will find enough depth to hold their interest. First-timers get a dark beer that does not intimidate. Roasted coffee, a caramel finish, 5% ABV and a bottle size that makes sharing the obvious move. It fits the Malaysian way of drinking without needing to explain itself.

Connor’s is brewed under Carlsberg Malaysia, one of the country’s largest beverage companies with a distribution network that reaches well beyond the major cities. That backing matters for a launch like this: Xtra Malt is not a limited run or a trial product. It is a permanent addition to the lineup, built to sit alongside the original Connor’s Stout Porter as a bolder, larger-format option for a market that has consistently shown appetite for dark beer done well.