The beer you hold in your hand, Dragon’s Milk Ale, is a crown jewel of New Holland Brewing Company. It is the unrivaled result of painstaking processes – both creative and scientific.
We could tell you about the centuries-old tradition of the term, Dragon’s Milk, or we could tell you about the history, craftsmanship and challenges of important, the beer inside this bottle.
Expect a complex ale with a soft, rich caramel-malt character intermingled with deep vanilla tones; all dancing in an oak bath. Unmistakably distinctive example of New Holland’s Art in Fermented Form.
23° Plato, Alc. 10% by Vol.
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ABSOLUTELY one of the best beers I have ever tasted! I had my first couple of bottles of this elegant brew last spring but since then it has become very hard to find here in my area of Ohio. I hope to see more specialty beer stores in the area carry New Holland beers. “Dragon’s Milk” truely is Michigan’s finest beer! I can’t wait to visit your brew pub and I hope there is a decent hotel within crawling distance! Thanks for all your hard work on this beer.
Definitely make the trip to New Holland! Stay at City Flats Hotel, about a half a block away. Make a side trip (on your way home? or on the way there? to Founders in Grand Rapids. Michigan has a great area of terrific brewers….and only a few hours from Ohio! (I, too, live in Ohio, but have family in Holland!)
Purchase at “The Party Source” @ 95 Riviera Dr. Bellevue,Ky 41073
Also at Jungle Jim’s Fairfield Ohio…
Just saying if you live in Columbus the only bar I’ve ever found that has sold it is Skully’s. The first time I had it was there I was very very surprised especially with it being a dark ale brewed close to Ohio, it is definitely worth the 7 dollar price tag.
Matt the Millers in Grandview also carries Dragon’s Milk.
They often have it at Binny’s if you are in the Chicago area. My wife came home with three bottles the other night. God bless that woman. Try it, it is excellent.
Jeff, you obviously enjoy Bud Lite, your on the wrong website dude.
That was harsh… wouldn’t you say?
No, I’d say it was right on.
@ Gary London – you can use the Product Finder (http://newhollandbrew.com/finder) to find a local store which carries our beer. Then – if they don’t have it in stock – they may very well order it for you.
One of the best beers I`ve had.How long can I store Dragon`s milk,if not long why not put a cork in the bottle so I can?
I live in Philadelphia and just had this beer a week or two ago. My top five beers were knocked down a peg before I had finished the first sip.. But the bar owner is now saying he doesnt know when he will get it again and I cant find it! I only got to have one bottle of the best beer I have ever had and its breaking my heart.. Please help me!! I used the product finder but it only had results in and around michigan
It doesn’t get any better than this. First tried from a tap in 2009 and was hooked. Been searching ever since for something as good (or better) to no avail. So beautifully balanced I feel honored to drink it. Recommend savoring from a snifter and enjoy it like you would a fine cognac. It’s that good.
I just found Dragon’s Milk today here in NC – this has to be the most amazing beer I have ever had the honor to drink – being an avid homebrewer & craft-beer connoisseur I found the vanilla and hint of oak with the dark roasted malt flavor to blend so beautiful, it almost brought a tear to my eye =) Any chance of sharing the recipe????
Regardless, you keep brewing it, I will keep drinking it!
Will this particular ale make its way as far south as Houston? I am a huge fan of darker ales, and this sounds fantastic and exactly what I like.
I agree with these comments. I first had this HUGE beer back in October in NC. All that I could do was say “Wow”! You will savor every sip, but be careful, the bartender (ette) told me that she had seen it take down many a strong man, and I could certainly believe her.
ENJOY!
This is my very favorite beer I’ve had. It’s a great sipping beer; one that is meant to enjoy throughout a whole meal, as opposed to chugging, one after another, like cheap piss-water that most people drink. This is a beer for people who appreciate quality and craftsmanship, and like to take their time. Perfectly dark, with just the right balance of bitter and sweet, with a rich woodsy flavor. Beautiful.
just had my first taste of Dragon’s Milk. Interesting flavor. Has a spicy after-flavor. I like it.
I live in New York City any way to buy it here
I first tried dragons milk when I was 21, my untrained palate couldn’t relies it’s beauty and deep flavor. Now at 26 I feel like I’ve missed out on 5 years of an unbelievable brew.
Wow! this stuff is simply amazing. Can somebody tell me how i can get some of this stuff shipped to me i live in texas, i tried “Dragon’s Milk” for the first time in Pittsburgh PA at a place where my buddy was bartending. I’ve tried various milk stouts but nothing has even come close to the quality of this “Dragon’s Milk”.
We do not currently distribute to Texas, however, you may want to check here: http://www.binnys.com
Love this stuff. I’m looking for a keg of this for a wedding. Anybody know where in Michigan kegs are available?
Merchants in Dearborn gets kegs of it.
Had some Dragon’s Milk on a trip to Indianapolis…
any chance you distribute to New York?
Rochester Beers of the World carries about 1500 brands, but I haven’t seen New Holland there. I’d love to be able to buy Dragon’s Milk here!
Hi Scott! We do not yet distribute to New York. The closest distributors are Hunterdon Brewing Co., 908-454-7445 in New Jersey, Shangy’s, 610-967-1701 in Pennsylvania, and Tony Savatt, 412-331-1222 in Pennsylvania. They may be able to send Dragons Milk to you, but by law we can not ship beer (this is for all states). We have to use the 3 tier system – we ship to distributor, distributor sends to retailer, retailer sells to customer. Although, some distributors may have the right permits to be able to send some your way! Thanks for drinking New Holland!!
Found this beer quite by accident at the local store, it is fantastic!
Cheers, Brian!
How do I get more Dragon’s Milk! I reside in Gulfport MS, Baton Rouge LA and Tampa FL. I havent found it since leaving Detroit, can I have it shipped to my office?
Hi Sheree! We do not distribute to any of those states, yet. The closest state is South Carolina. You could call Carolina Craft at: 803-419-4441, they may be able to send Dragons Milk to you. (Some distributors may be able to ship to a house or office, if they have the right permits.) By law we can not ship beer (this is for all states). We have to use a “3 tier system” – we ship to distributor, distributor sends to retailer, retailer sells to customer. Hope that helps! Thanks for drinking New Holland!
I discovered this beer in st louis MO but living in the eastern side of michigan , namely Flint I found this incredible beer impossible to find.
Please Help!!!
Discovered DM while doing a beer flight at a restaurant in E. Grand Rapids and I’ve been in love ever since. Have tried many other microbrews since, but none even come close to the quality and complexity of New Holland in general and Dragon’s Milk in particular. It tastes like a boilermaker with a shot of Jack in the best oaky vanilla malty smooth beer on the planet!
Thanks for the compliment, Teresa! Cheers!
we found this beer b y accident last year,LOVE IT. We are on our way to Holland this Sat for dinner and brew. Can’t wait to try it on tap. See you soon. from Three Rivers MI
That is great! How was your stay in Holland? Dinner at the pub?
This is my absolute favorite beer and after 2 years I have found a liquor store that carries it! Can’t wait to drink on!
Cheers, Rachel!!
Would like to know what the suggested retail price for Dragon’s Milk is. I live in Indiana and it seems that prices vary when you can find the product. Thank you for your help.
The Whole Foods on Lincoln here in Chicago was carrying Dragon’s Milk and then POOF! Instead (or in addition) they had the Charkoota Rye which is nice but NOTHING in comparison.
Seriously, either let me order these things to my door or get them back! Me needs me Dragon Milk! (which is all a great compliment since this beer is fantastic)
Hi Kristin! Our distributor for the Chicago Area is Louis Glunz (847-676-9500) they will be able to tell you what stores in your area carry Dragon’s Milk. Due to a high demand for this beer, we are now making bigger batches and hope to be able to keep it on the shelves little longer this way! Thanks for drinking New Holland!
I tried this beer after my favorite was out of season(Sanders chocalate stoute). This is my favorite now!!! It is so smooth with flavor. GREAT brew
Thanks for drinking New Holland!
pls send more of this beer to WI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! you make some incredible beer!
Joe- thank you for your kind words! You can check with our WI distributor, Beechwood Sales and Service (262-717-2831), they will be able to tell you where you can find our beer in WI or if they can send you some!
I tried this beer in VA @ Rustico rest. with the me arranging a night of strict Dragon’s Milk night with cigars before heading overseas to Japan. This is one hell of a great beer, strength is perfect, flavor is plentiful, and color is pure.
Lindey
would Dragon’s Milk be distributed in Japan or is it strictly USA? Thanks for keeping this ale alive.
Dragons Milk is available in 28139 Rutherfordton NC
Sons of Liberty bar downtown main st. 4p-1a Wed – Sat
Dragons Milk is on TAP there.. i meant to say
Sons of Liberty on FaceBook
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sons-of-Liberty-Tavern/110172879053267
This beer is my one of two of my overall favorite beers I have ever had. My second favorite beer being Founders “Dirty Bastard”.
The smell of this beer is sweet and indulgent with hints of oak and vanilla, or even chocolate and coffee at times. The taste is similar to the smell and very pleasantly sweet for a stout.
It is great cold or warm, producing different smells and tastes depending on how cold or warm it is. Although it’s easier to drink the colder it is, drinking it warm is a whole other experience in of itself, which I highly suggest trying.
I will continue to purchase Dragons Milk as long as New Holland Brew continues producing it.
As for anyone who can’t find it where you live, if you have a grocery store named Meijer they have it in the 1 pint 6 ounce bottles in the specialty/local/independent beer section of the store.
It should have been called Magic Dragon’s Milk, because drinking Dragon’s Milk is like frolicking in the mist in the land called Honalee.
Hahahaha! I used to LOVE that movie when I was a kid… cheers!
I had a sample of this last week when I was in Grand Rapids at a pub that did beer flights. AMAZING! I likes my beer. I lived in England, and hit virtually every pub I can find that serves authentic beers and ales across the country. This is my favorite. I found some at a store the next day and found out that New Holland is pretty proud of this beer! But it is worth the price. I am calling Dragons Milk the “18-year-old-single-malt-scotch-of-beers”.
Thanks for the kind words, Steve! Cheers!
I had Dragon’s Milk Ale [draught] at the Farmhouse in Emmaus PA and cannot stop thinking about it. Don’t know when I’ve had a finer beer. I’m from Michigan and the next time I’m home for a visit…. well, I’ll be thinking about coming for a visit!!!
Thanks for drinking New Holland, Margaret! Hope you can make it to the pub in Holland sometime. We also offer brewery and distillery tours on the weekends. Check here for more information! http://newhollandbrew.com/brew-house-distillery-tours/
I have been drinking Dragon’s Milk for years. I recently had it on tap, and found that it is even better than in the bottle. I live south of Detroit in Moroe County. I have a kegorator, and I would love to get a pig of Dragon’s Milk. What’s the best way to make this happen?
i’d like to order some of this….i live in johnstown pa zip code 15904.
please advise
This is by far my favorite brew, does anyone know where do you find something other than bottles; such as a cask or a growler?
Had a opportunity to try DM at the Milwaukee Firken Fest. By far the best beer, and there were over 100, on the grounds. Definately set the bar for the evening and no body else even came close!
I live in the Ann Arbor area and I’ve been looking around at all the different breweries sites to see where I’m going to spend this years birthday. After hearing about this product, I think I’m going to spend this year in Holland.
I absolutely love Dragon’s Milk. It is the best that I have found! I would like to stock up some of it. My questions is, how long can one stock this beer! And, when is it released each year.
Thanks for the great brew.
Dan
You think that’s good? Try the night tripper!
OK I love this Ale. But is it an American Stout or American Strong Ale. I have seen it classified as both.
Hi Todd!
Dragon’s Milk Ale is a “Strong Ale.”
Cheers!
NHBC
Finally found it here in Springfield, MO at Momma Jeans!! Please keep it coming!
Thank you for creating this.
Glad you like it! Thanks for drinking NHB
Can I purchase this beer in Australia? If I can, can you please tell me where?
incredible beer! God Bless you folks
This in on tap at Lockharts BBQ in Royal Oak Michigan. That is some amazing beer!
http://www.lockhartsbbq.com/
This is on tap at Oceans & Ale in Williamsburg, Virginia.
I have never had a more enjoyable beer. I tend to flock towards Belgium Quads and Imperial Stouts, and this beer, over all of the others I enjoy, takes the cake. This is a perfect winter warmer, but is also a wonderful fall brew. I have had several vintages of this beer, and have never had a bad bottle. I prefer the 22oz bottles as I think it ages a little better, but this beer is something very special. The oaky notes play so well with the carmel, vanilla and coffee/chocolate overtones. Thanks to the master brewers at New Holland. You are all very gifted!
this stuff is like a dream come true ;;;; its a head -over heels; non-stop kick ass beer
I just turned 21 in August, and I never really enjoyed beer until my first Dragon’s Milk at New Holland Brewery. Thanks to all of you for changing my mind.
I had dragons milk last week for the first time,then last night for the second tasting of 2 pints wow,,,,I have been home brewing for 3 years and I have a clone from the 250 classic styles magazine,,can you provide any more info on this beer it has 6.6 briess LME which I am going to convert to US 2 row briess which I am using BeerSmith, I am wonder if I should do a 10 mash rest at 168, at the end of the 60 min rest at 154, also if their is any other info would be usefull , what category does this beer fall in imperial or other ?
Thanks for all the help and I will soon be trying it again .
I always like to brew the beers that I like find to be some of my personal favorites CHEERS to NewHolland for their great craftsmanship in brewing top notch
Thanks so much, John! I will let the brewer’s know
I have this beer on draft at the bar I work at, Big City Tap. The bar is located in Lakeview area of Chicago, IL. Every Tuesday and Wednesday you can get draft beer for $2.50, including N/H Dragon’s Milk.
We are located at 1010 W. Belmont. Stop grab and grab a goblet of some great Dragon’s Milk.
Cheers,
Chad
Cheers, Chad!
I picked up a 22oz bottle last week on a whim and drank it last night. Best surprise I’ve had in a beer in a long time. If I can find it locally in 12oz bottles this might make it into my regular rotation of go to beers. It’s like a dessert beer akin to the really rich chocolate cake from Costco. Anyway I got my bottle of it at the Wegmans in Sterling, VA.
Also I’ve had Dominion’s Oak Barrel Stout and it’s nasty. They have way too much vanilla in it. Luckily I had put that out of my mind or I might have missed out on this wonderful beer.
Thanks for your comment, Keith!
Are there any stores that sell it in Rochester Mi? I first tried it in Chicago and Love it!
Hi Alicia!
You can check out our Beer and Spirits Finder: http://newhollandbrew.com/finder/
Click the link for “Michigan Distributors” link and call the one closest to your area and see what retailers carry Dragon’s Milk. Although our Finder will be able to tell you who carries our products, we recommend calling the store first, to confirm they are not out of stock and that they carry the brand you are looking for.
Happy Holidays!!!
NHB
This was proclaimed the Holy Beer of 2011 by GroovyBrew.com
This is my new favorite beer. This beer is great.
This is a most sublime brew. My brother introduced it to me on vacation this summer. I was pleasantly surprised to find that some local beer distributors carry it here in Pennsylvania. However, this being PA with its archaic laws it’s necessary to purchase a case at a time – the cost makes that an infrequent purchase. Now that some stores (e.g. Wegman’s) are actually allowed to sell beer I hope to see this awesome beer there for purchase in smaller quantities.
Is there a way to order this beer to the Netherlands?
Kind regards, David
Hi David!
Legally, we can not ship our beer. However, You could try contacting Binny’s:
http://www.binnys.com/index.cfm
They are able to ship and they do carry our beer!
Had Dragon’s Milk for the first time last night and all I can say is simply amazing. Keep up the good work!
Thanks for your kind words, Jeff!
Cheers,
NHB
I had this beer at a bar near my house in Fenton MI, It was GREAT!!! I would like to know if there is any stores in my area that sell this stuff
Hi Jason,
Here is a link to our Beer and Spirits Finder:
http://newhollandbrew.com/finder/
We recommend calling a retail store first, to confirm they are not out of stock and that they carry the brand you are looking for. If you are not able to locate our products by calling a retail store, try contacting the distributer nearest you for the most current information available on where they have distributed what brands.
Here is a link to all of our distributors in Michigan.
http://newhollandbrew.com/blog/uncategorized/michigan-distributor-information/
Thanks for drinking NHB!
I only had the joy of having this beer once and have not been able to find it since!
Do you have any distributors in Southern NJ or Philadelphia? I’m dying to have more of this!!
Hi Jamie,
You can check our distributor list to see what distributors we work with in your area to distribute beer and/or spirits to retailers. Although our Finder will be able to tell you who carries our products, we recommend calling the store first, to confirm they are not out of stock and that they carry the brand you are looking for. If you are not able to locate our products by calling a retail store, try contacting the distributer nearest you for the most current information available on where they have distributed what brands.
http://newhollandbrew.com/blog/uncategorized/eastern-us-distributor-information/
Thank you!!
manna from the gods…two 4 packs down and third on ice…
I had Dragon’s Milk for the first time nd was blown way by the complexity and depth. I now know who the brew masters of Michingan are…
That’s fantastic! Thanks for your support, Robert!
Was a meeting in Columbia and we dropped off at the Flying Saucer for a drink afterwards. I had a glass of Dragon’s Milk and was just amazed. It was rich, and ooh so smooth. Great job on a fabulous brew.
Thanks for the compliments, Bob!
Tastes like cough syrup mixed with coffee
Had Dragons Milk for the first time this weekend at the restaurant Element in Front Royal VA. The meal and the beer was the best I have ever had! BEST EVER! Dragon’s milk is indescribably the best beer (or drink for that matter) that I have ever had! Hope to find out tomorrow if a local distributer sells to individual customers or at least who they sell to in the area. After having a Dragons milk with dinner, later that night at home I had a Guinness and I couldn’t drink it, was to bitter after the silky dragons milk. I can’t imagine anyone who enjoys a dark beer not falling in love with this… but for those like Dan I want to thank you for leaving more for the rest of us!
New Holland Brewing Company – Thank you for brewing heaven in a bottle!
Well said, thanks for the compliments, Teresa!