Stir together beer and yeast until combined, set aside for 10 - 15 minutes

Heat milk, butter, and sugar until warm, set aside until cooled slightly

Transfer milk mixture to a large bowl, add beer and yeast mixture, then stir to combine

Add flour one cup at a time and stir to combine until it's too stiff to stir then turn out onto a well floured clean surface

Knead and add flour one cup at a time until dough is smooth and elastic and flour is incorporated

Transfer to an well oiled or buttered bowl, cover with a clean linen towel, and let rise in a warm place for 60 - 90 minutes or until doubled in size

Punch dough down

Turn out onto a clean, well floured surface and knead another 5 - 7 minutes

Divide evenly and form into balls the shape of bread bowls the size you want

Transfer to a parchment lined baking sheet cover with a clean linen towel, and let rise in a warm place for another 30 minutes or until doubled in size

Preheat oven to 350 and bake for 35 - 40 minutes or until golden brown