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Yuengling and Hershey’s Chocolate Porter: A Sweet Collaboration Returns for Its Fourth Year

B. Kline — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 13:30:31 +0000

Yuengling and Hershey’s Chocolate Porter: A Sweet Collaboration Returns for Its Fourth Year

Craft beer lovers and chocolate enthusiasts alike have reason to rejoice—Yuengling’s Hershey’s Chocolate Porter is back for its fourth year! This iconic collaboration between America’s oldest brewery and the legendary chocolatier has quickly become one of Pennsylvania’s most anticipated seasonal releases.

Whether you’re a loyal fan or a first-timer, here’s everything you need to know about this decadent brew that’s capturing hearts (and taste buds) across the state.

Yuengling’s Hershey Chocolate Porter is Back

What Makes Hershey’s Chocolate Porter Special?

Yuengling’s Hershey’s Chocolate Porter combines the brewery’s nearly 200-year-old Dark Porter recipe with Hershey’s world-famous chocolate. At 4.7% ABV, this American porter boasts a rich blend of Hershey’s chocolate syrup, cocoa powder, and cocoa nibs, creating a flavor profile that’s both smooth and indulgent.

Each sip delivers a balanced experience: roasted malts from Yuengling’s Porter meet the sweet, velvety finish of Hershey’s chocolate. It’s a pairing that feels both nostalgic and innovative—a true crowd-pleaser for beer drinkers and dessert lovers alike.

Yuengling’s Hershey Chocolate Porter (when it was first released, on draft at Boneshire Brew Works)

(See our Beer Review: Hershey’s Chocolate Porter Yuengling Brewery)

Food Pairings to Elevate Your Experience

Wondering what to enjoy with your Hershey’s Chocolate Porter? This versatile beer pairs beautifully with a variety of flavors:

Chocolate Desserts: Amplify the rich cocoa notes by sipping it alongside brownies, chocolate mousse, or a slice of chocolate cake.
Barbecue: The porter’s subtle smokiness complements the charred flavors of ribs, pulled pork, or brisket.
Cheese: For a savory twist, try it with sharp cheddar, creamy brie, or a smoky gouda.

This beer’s versatility makes it a perfect choice for holiday gatherings or cozy nights by the fire.

Where to Find It

As of now, Yuengling’s Hershey’s Chocolate Porter is hitting shelves wherever Yuengling products are sold. Keep an eye out at your local distributor or favorite bar, as this beer tends to fly off the shelves quickly!

Why Yuengling and Hershey Are the Perfect Match

Both Yuengling and Hershey are Pennsylvania icons with deep-rooted histories. Yuengling, based in Pottsville, has been brewing since 1829, making it America’s oldest brewery. Hershey, founded in 1894, is a name synonymous with chocolate worldwide.

This collaboration celebrates the best of Pennsylvania’s craft and culinary traditions, making it more than just a beer—it’s a sip of history.

(See our Beer Review: Hershey’s Chocolate Porter Yuengling Brewery)

Final Thoughts

Yuengling’s Hershey’s Chocolate Porter is more than just a beer; it’s an experience. Whether you’re pairing it with dessert, savoring it at a holiday party, or simply enjoying it on its own, this chocolate porter is a seasonal must-try for beer lovers and chocolate enthusiasts alike.

So grab a bottle (or a six-pack) while you can and treat yourself to a beer that’s as sweet as the partnership behind it. Cheers!

Have you tried Yuengling’s Hershey’s Chocolate Porter? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below, and don’t forget to share this article with fellow beer lovers!

Yuengling and Hershey Release – Yuengling: Hershey’s Chocolate Porter (2023)

About Yuengling: America’s Oldest Brewery®

Yuengling has been brewing in Pottsville, PA since 1829 and now distributes its beloved beers in over 20 states, including the much-loved Traditional Lager, Black & Tan, and seasonal favorites like Oktoberfest. The partnership with Hershey’s showcases Yuengling’s commitment to innovation while celebrating local heritage—a true testament to Pennsylvania’s vibrant brewing and chocolate-making legacy.

Grab a bottle, raise a glass, and toast to fall with this one-of-a-kind chocolate porter.

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Yuengling Releases Limited – Edition Lager Camo Cans to Honor Veterans

B. Kline — Tue, 09 May 2023 10:13:00 +0000

D.G. Yuengling Brewery with new Camo Can in front (photo courtesy of Yuengling Marketing)

New Camo Can Release

D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc., America’s Oldest Brewery®, announced the return of their limited-edition Team RWB camo cans. The Traditional Lager camo cans support Yuengling’s partnership with military veteran nonprofit Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB) as part of Yuengling’s Stars & Stripes program – the brewery’s year-round initiative supporting our nation’s heroes and military veterans.

“As the Oldest Brewery in America, we are dedicated to supporting the U.S. military and are always seeking ways to further show our appreciation to those that protect our country’s freedom. We are grateful to partner with Team Red, White & Blue, an organization that shares our devotion to the men and women that have served as our nation’s heroes.”
Wendy Yuengling, Chief Administrative Officer

Starting May 8th of 2023, the limited-edition Yuengling Lager cans will be available until the end of this summer in 12 – ounce 12 – pack, 12 – ounce 24 – pack cans as well as single – serve 24 – ounce cans. The camo cans are available for purchase at fans of legal drinking age’s favorite stores, restaurants and bars across the brewery’s current 26-state-footprint.

Yuengling has always made a big commitment to the veterans and the armed forces of America. And this can is no different and changes nothing of their pledge to them. The special cans, emblazoned with a unique desert camouflage print and Team Red, White & Blue logo, mark just one of the many ways Yuengling values and pays tribute to the service men and women in our country.

Lee Brice

Each camo displays a QR code co – branded with American country music star and official Yuengling Traditional Lager and Stars & Stripes program Brand Ambassador, Lee Brice. When scanned, the QR code will immerse fans in a digital Stars & Stripes experience, inviting users to enter an exclusive giveaway to win a Lee Brice Party Pack; learn more about Team RWB and donate to the organization; listen to Lee Brice’s new album called “Hey World”; and tour America’s Oldest Brewery or shop online for Stars & Stripes merchandise.

“I am thrilled to be part of Yuengling’s efforts to support Team Red, White, and Blue with these limited – edition cans. I can’t think of anything better than saluting our troops with a nice, cold Yuengling beer this summer.”
Lee Brice, Musician

Wendy Yuengling, Charity, and Aaron Nola

To kick off the start to the limited-edition camo can season and this year’s Stars & Stripes program, Wendy Yuengling, alongside Aaron Nola, Philadelphia Phillies Pitcher and Yuengling Brand Ambassador, presented $55,000 to Team Red, White & Blue’s Executive Director Mike Erwin. The presentation took place at Nola’s inaugural “Bowling for The Troops” charity event at Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia.

“We’re stoked for this year’s Team RWB camo can launch and grateful for the generous support from Yuengling through the Stars & Stripes program. As the nation’s leading health and wellness community for veterans, this support will enable us to deliver consistent events and programming for years to come.” 
Mike Erwin, Founder and Executive Director of Team Red, White, and Blue

For More Information on D. G. Yuengling and Sons Brewery

The following comes from Untappd.

Yuengling Brewery is a regional brewery from Pottsville, Pennsylvania. They have 14 unique beers and over 1 Million ratings. They have a global average rating of 3.42 (as of 5.9.23). Their Untappd description reads: “Based in Pottsville, PA, D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc., America’s Oldest Brewery, is family owned and operated since 1829. Principal beer brands include Traditional Lager, Light Lager, Premium, Light, Black and Tan, Dark Brewed Porter, and Lord Chesterfield Ale. For more information, visit www.yuengling.com.”

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Yuengling Brewing Introducing New Packaging For Traditional Lager for Keep Texas Beautiful Program

B. Kline — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 14:36:22 +0000

Yuengling – Traditional Lager – Brewed in Texas – Keeping Texas Beautiful (photo courtesy of Yuengling)

Brewed in Texas

As I covered in the previous article – back in December 20th, 2022 about this initiative – Yuengling has had a brewing facility in Texas since 2021. You can read about their expansion into Texas here:

Yuengling might be known for being Pennsylvania’s brewery (and for being the oldest brewery in America) but they are also quickly becoming Texas’s brewery as well.

Yuengling – Looks to Go West Into Texas

Yuengling – Brewed in Texas and Giving Back to Texas

As we covered in this article back in January 2021 (article dated – January 14th, 2021), Yuengling was moving into Texas in a big way. Quick excerpt from above:

The beer will be brewed locally, in Fort Worth, at the Molson Coors brewery located there. The brewery opened on September 26th, 1969. Its located at 7001 South Fwy, Fort Worth Texas, 76134. And this will be the third production facility or Yuengling Brewing.

Gavin Hattersley, the President and CEO of Molson Coors said: ““We are excited to take the first step in our long-brewing partnership, a step that will provide tremendous growth opportunity for Yuengling and Molson Coors. By brewing Yuengling’s iconic beer at our world-class Ft. Worth facility, we are going to make a lot of Texans happy.”

No word on what all brands and beers and styles will be brewed at the location. Most likely the Traditional Lager will be brewed there. Amongst more than likely others of their celebrated list (such as their Black and Tan, Oktoberfest, and numerous other offerings).
Yuengling Is Growing

Keeping Texas Beautiful

Yuengling has been very proud of their hard work and charitable donations in Pennsylvania and have extended that to Texas when they moved into the Lonestar State as well. They partnered with the group Keep Texas Beautiful in an effort to do just that – Keep Texas Beautiful.

You can read more about Keeping Texas Beautiful here:

Keep Texas Beautiful is a network of dedicated Texans working together to make our state the best place to live, work and play. Keep Texas Beautiful equips local partners and affiliates with the tools they need to build vibrant, engaged communities. Keep Texas Beautiful sponsors and coordinates education, cleanup programs, and provides recycling access to rural and under served communities across the state. A 501(c)3 nonprofit, Keep Texas Beautiful leads nearly 300 affiliates and reach 17 million Texans annually.
Keep Texas Beautiful – About Us Page

Yuengling Gives Back to Texas

Yuengling wants to help keep Texas beautiful and are devoting themselves to doing just that. Their press release states:

Yuengling is teaming up with Keep Texas Beautiful, presenting special promotion packaging on 12-pack, 12-ounce cans of Yuengling Lager, throughout the state of Texas. Pledging one dollar per case sold, up to $50,000, Yuengling will raise funds and visibility for KTB January through March, 2023.

Brewed in Fort Worth, Texas, Yuengling arrived in the state with much fanfare in August 2021. It’s Yuengling’s first Texas-specific campaign to give back to the community and engage consumers to help make a difference. The initiative includes sampling events at grocery and liquor stores to help spread the word about Yuengling and Keep Texas Beautiful’s new partnership.

Yuengling Traditional Lager promotional packaging will include a QR code to discover further and details about the program, including how to donate, and information about a “Clean Up Day” event on Feb. 25, 2023 at Loyd Park in Grand Prairie, TX.
Yuengling.com

Yuengling Announces New Packaging For Keep Texas Beautiful Program

Yuengling – New Packaging for Traditional Lager – Brewed in Texas – Keeping Texas Beautiful (photo courtesy of Yuengling)

Yuengling’s press release:

Keep Texas Beautiful (KTB) – a nonprofit Texas organization that inspires and equips Texans to keep our communities clean and beautiful. As part of the partnership, Yuengling is donating $1 per Yuengling Traditional Lager case sold, up to $50,000, to KTB. The partnership comes as part of the family-owned brewery’s dedication to giving back to Texas—the latest state to be brewing Yuengling’s 194-year-old iconic portfolio of beer.

Now through March 2023, Texans will see special promotional packaging on 12-pack, 12-ounce cans of Yuengling Lager throughout Texas. Emblazoned with the Lone Star State’s symbol, each can will feature a unique QR code. When scanned, consumers will learn more about Keep Texas Beautiful, a Yuengling Clean-up Day, and how to make a donation.

“As a family-owned and operated company from Pennsylvania, we are proud to brew Yuengling in Texas and more so, give back to Texas,” said Debbie Yuengling, Employee Engagement & Culture Manager and 6^thgeneration family member, D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc. “As America’s Oldest Brewery, our commitment to having a beer for every taste on every occasion reflects our love of bringing people together and making a positive impact on our communities. That is why today, we are honored to work alongside Keep Texas Beautiful and give back to the state and people that embody the meaning of community.”

Brewed in Fort Worth, Texas, Yuengling arrived in the state with much fanfare in August 2021. Today, Yuengling’s Keep Texas Beautiful campaign marks the brewery’s first Texas-specific initiative to give back to the Texas community. To deepen its relationships with Texas fans, and honor its new partnership with Keep Texas Beautiful, Yuengling will be hosting exclusive sampling events at grocery and liquor stores where the limited-edition cans will be available for purchase.

“The Yuengling Company is excited to launch our first Texas-specific campaign. We are proudly brewed in Texas and believe in the importance of giving back to the community,” said Pat Pikunas, General Manager, The Yuengling Company.

“We are grateful to receive the generous support of Yuengling with the launch of this campaign through the promotional case and can packaging,” said Suzanne Kho, Executive Director of Keep Texas Beautiful. “These donations will enable us to continue to make Texas the best place to live, work and play.”
Yuengling.com

The 50,000$ will certainly go a long way towards keeping Texas beautiful thats for sure. Thats a great donation especially given all of the recent issues Texas has had (weather wise) in the past few years.

You can visit Keep Texas Beautiful here: Keep Texas Beautiful (Official Website and Schedule) to find out more information on the non – profit group, as well as a list of their upcoming events; kept up to date.

Yuengling on Untappd: Yuengling Brewery is a regional brewery from Pottsville, Pennsylvania. They have 14 unique beers and over 1 Million ratings. As of 1.11.23 they have a global average rating of 3.42. Their Untappd description reads: “Based in Pottsville, PA, D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc., America’s Oldest Brewery, is family owned and operated since 1829. Principal beer brands include Traditional Lager, Light Lager, Premium, Light, Black and Tan, Dark Brewed Porter, and Lord Chesterfield Ale. For more information, visit www.yuengling.com.”

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Yuengling and Hershey’s Chocolate Porter: A Sweet Collaboration Returns for Its Fourth Year

Yuengling and Hershey’s Chocolate Porter: A Sweet Collaboration Returns for Its Fourth Year

What Makes Hershey’s Chocolate Porter Special?

Food Pairings to Elevate Your Experience

Where to Find It

Why Yuengling and Hershey Are the Perfect Match

Final Thoughts

Other Yuengling Articles

About Yuengling: America’s Oldest Brewery®

Thank You For Reading

Yuengling Releases Limited – Edition Lager Camo Cans to Honor Veterans

New Camo Can Release

Lee Brice

Wendy Yuengling, Charity, and Aaron Nola

For More Information on D. G. Yuengling and Sons Brewery

Other Yuengling Articles

Brewery News

Thank You For Reading

Yuengling Brewing Introducing New Packaging For Traditional Lager for Keep Texas Beautiful Program

Brewed in Texas

Keeping Texas Beautiful

Yuengling Gives Back to Texas

Yuengling Announces New Packaging For Keep Texas Beautiful Program

Other Yuengling Articles

Brewery News

Thanks For Reading