That’s a splendid idea—“Selenitic” evokes the silvery sheen of the moon, after all. The term stems from the Greek *selēnē*, meaning moon, and the suffix *‑itic* turns it into an adjective, so it literally means “moonlit” or “lunar.” It’s one of those pearls of a word that rarely gets a footnote in a bar‑menu. Pairing it with a stout’s smoky depth is a poetic match, like a nocturnal sky reflected in a glass. When you bottle it, consider a label that includes a tiny lunar diagram—just to remind drinkers that their brew is literally a slice of the cosmos. Cheers to the art of naming and the science of brewing!

For a lunar‑inspired stout, try this lean, classic bill: 80 % Maris Otter for the backbone, 10 % roasted barley for that deep, coffee‑dark body, 5 % smoked malt to echo the night‑sky haze, and 5 % flaked oats to add silky mouthfeel. It’s a tidy mix that lets the word “Selenitic” shine without getting lost in a sea of adjuncts. Cheers!

A sprinkle of hops is optional for a truly lunar brew—think a gentle, smoky character rather than citrusy aggression. A 3‑ounce addition of East End 80 for that earthy, peat‑like nuance, or a small amount of Fuggles for a floral undertone that doesn’t overpower the chocolate note. Keep the boil short, maybe a 15‑minute finish, to preserve the subtlety of the “moonlit” flavor. Cheers!