Tetrachromacy
Forager Brewing Company

 

 

 

Tetrachromacy pours like motor oil, with an inky blackness that hints at its depth and intensity. The surface is still and opaque, inviting a dive into its bold character.

The aroma is a smoky, toasty embrace, layered with rich notes of blistered oak and baking cocoa. The smoke is balanced, adding complexity without overpowering the senses. A subtle barrel heat lingers in the background, warming each sip.

On the palate, this non-adjunct monster delivers a luxurious blend of burnt caramel and honeyed sweetness; initially a decadent, indulgent profile. However, notes of smoke and toasted oak carry through from the nose, grounding the sweetness and adding a distinctly savory element. Hints of dark chocolate and a touch of roasted malt round out the flavors, while the barrel-aging contributes depth without harshness.

Tetra is decadently smooth, with a full-bodied, silky texture that coats the palate. The low bitterness allows the sweet and smoky elements to shine, and the gentle barrel heat provides warmth without overpowering the balance.

This beer is a masterclass in contrast and harmony, marrying smoky, toasty notes with rich, honeyed sweetness and dark, cocoa-like depth. Its bold, barrel-forward profile makes it a beer to savor slowly, appreciating its intricate layers and smooth finish. A standout offering for lovers of smoky, barrel-aged stouts.

On tap. Dark brown/black color.

I am noticing a flavor from the rock filter barrels. Forager uses them a lot and they seem to add a ton of good char. Cocoa, fudge, wet oak, tobacco, and leather. Heavy on the bourbon in a good way. Not as warming as other forager stouts. Pretty balanced. Starting to feel spoiled with all these great non adjunct stouts.

Tetrachromacy pours black, with no head. THe aroma is very sweet, lots of black lictoice flavors. The flavor is sweeter, with black licorice, candy flavors, and hints of a dark bitter chocolate powder. Good feel. OVerall, a nice big bold, classic tasting stout.