Saint Arnold to Release New Chick-O-Stick Stout
Houston brewery combines peanut butter, coconut, and chocolate flavors in a new seasonal stout release.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Beer
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Saint Arnold Brewing Company is launching its new Chick-O-Stick Stout, featuring a blend of peanut butter, coconut, and chocolate. The beer will be available starting October 31, 2026, alongside the return of the brewery's Pumpkinator stout for presale.
Why it matters
This collaboration pairs a longtime Texas candy staple with modern craft brewing techniques. It highlights the growing trend of dessert-inspired beers that utilize classic confectionery flavors.
The new stout is packaged in 500 mL bottles and contains peanuts. Customers can pick up their online pre-orders at the brewery between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. on Saturday.
The players
Saint Arnold Brewing Company
Established in 1994, this is the oldest craft brewery in Texas.
Atkinson Candy Company
Based in Lufkin, this family-owned manufacturer has produced candy since 1932.
The details
The stout is now available on draft at the Saint Arnold brewery beer garden and restaurant. The beer celebrates the iconic candy, which has been in production since the 1950s.
Timeline
1932: Atkinson Candy Company was founded.
June 1994: Saint Arnold Brewing Company shipped its first keg.
October 31, 2026: Boos and Brews Festival occurs at the brewery.
November 1, 2026: Dia De Los Muertos celebration begins at 11 a.m.
Culture Shift
The collaboration reflects a broader cultural trend of nostalgic brand partnerships in the beverage industry. This shift mirrors the recent surge in dessert-style craft beers that capitalize on long-standing consumer familiarity with classic snacks.
Residents can visit the Houston brewery to purchase the stout on draft or pick up online pre-orders. Those with nut allergies should exercise caution as the beer contains peanuts.
The takeaway
When choosing dessert beers, check labels carefully for allergens like peanuts that are increasingly common in specialty stouts. Pre-ordering online can save time during popular seasonal release windows at local taprooms.
Further reading
For more on local brewing releases, see Beer.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Houston Chronicle.
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