Arcadia Cocoa Loco - Arcadia Brewing Company

KYGunner

Kentucky

3.7/5  rDev +3.1%
look: 4 | smell: 3 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.5

Poured like a stout, thick and black with a nice khaki head that stayed for a minute or two. The scent is weak, a bit of malt, a bit of Graham cracker, even a bit of chocolate. The taste is nice, not overly flavorful, but nice. The chocolate and Graham cracker are there, nothing complex but nice. There's a touch of alcohol on the finish but I like it! This brew is nothing special but I'd certainly drink it again and enjoy it.

Serving type: bottle

12-15-2012 01:51:12 | More by KYGunner

JRBecks

Illinois

3.75/5  rDev +4.5%

06-18-2013 21:35:17 | More by JRBecks

yankhawk

Iowa

3/5  rDev -16.4%

06-07-2013 18:54:07 | More by yankhawk

savagepm

Colorado

3.5/5  rDev -2.5%

06-06-2013 01:05:05 | More by savagepm

Polarslag

Kentucky

3.25/5  rDev -9.5%

06-03-2013 02:02:19 | More by Polarslag

jjd315

Pennsylvania

3/5  rDev -16.4%

05-28-2013 15:00:27 | More by jjd315

alelover

Michigan

3.75/5  rDev +4.5%

05-27-2013 16:09:43 | More by alelover

Slatetank

Pennsylvania

3.5/5  rDev -2.5%

05-25-2013 23:27:26 | More by Slatetank

Hopheadjeffery

Illinois

4/5  rDev +11.4%

05-25-2013 23:11:22 | More by Hopheadjeffery

ltltony

Michigan

4.25/5  rDev +18.4%

05-23-2013 15:50:10 | More by ltltony

Blueribbon666

Ohio

3/5  rDev -16.4%

05-18-2013 11:55:40 | More by Blueribbon666

skaboom420

Pennsylvania

3.5/5  rDev -2.5%

05-14-2013 19:00:40 | More by skaboom420

jc911s

New York

4.75/5  rDev +32.3%
look: 4.75 | smell: 4.75 | taste: 4.75 | feel: 4.75 | overall: 4.75

Excellent beer, smooth and refreshing. Great head, excellent pour. Great taste, rich chocolate notes, not overly sweet. No aftertaste. Very cold mug insures solid taste for the whole bottle. My favorite brew with dinner, and my favorite hang out brew. All my buddies love the beer, and I love to give it as a gift to beer drinkers who want to try a
New beer.

Serving type: bottle

05-12-2013 03:03:13 | More by jc911s

mikeburd1128

New Jersey

4/5  rDev +11.4%

05-11-2013 15:15:11 | More by mikeburd1128

CRJMellor

Arkansas

3.75/5  rDev +4.5%

05-07-2013 02:02:57 | More by CRJMellor

DrJoe82

Illinois

3.5/5  rDev -2.5%

05-02-2013 00:37:44 | More by DrJoe82

linnymtu

Michigan

3.75/5  rDev +4.5%

05-01-2013 01:01:38 | More by linnymtu

Punqbert

Michigan

3.5/5  rDev -2.5%

04-17-2013 01:43:59 | More by Punqbert

Brenden

Ohio

4/5  rDev +11.4%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

A solid, very creamy tan head sits on top of a dark brown brew containing ruddy highlights. It's thick and gives the impression of being opaque though it isn't. The head, almost reaching one finger, remains dense and doesn't fade beyond a foam thick enough to keep a solid blanket that doesn't dissipate further. Patchy lacing clings to the glass.
The aroma is sweet and earthy, with a molasses note that seems very much like blackstrap more than anything. It gives off just a touch of something like black licorice. Everything translates pretty exactly to the flavor. Malt-forward for sure, the cocoa promised is evident, and it sits over roast, a light touch of smokiness, molasses and a smooth creamy note without overpowering them. There's some toffee and maybe a hint of dark fruits, something like chicory lurking underneath. All in all it melds well and makes for a nice profile.
t first it seems it's not a particularly big stout, but it does end up having quite a bit of heft. The body is full and rich, with a good creamy bulk to it. It's fortunate that it doesn't sit to heavy, and I think a good balance is struck in the feel as well as in the other aspects. The combination of thickness and sweetness tends toward a sticky feel, but it's ultimately kept in check.

Serving type: bottle

04-16-2013 13:15:47 | More by Brenden

jmdrpi

Pennsylvania

3.16/5  rDev -12%
look: 3 | smell: 3.25 | taste: 3.25 | feel: 3 | overall: 3

12 oz bottle, no date

pours black, with thin off-white colored head that fades quickly. not a huge aroma, but increases a bit as it warms. a bit of sweet chocolate. taste is not roasty, but not sweet either. mild tastes of bitter cocao and burnt sugar. medium body - medium to higher carbonation. could be thicker.

overall - okay, but certainly doesn't live up to the "loco" chocolate level in my opinion.

Serving type: bottle

04-16-2013 03:02:24 | More by jmdrpi

Cylinsier

Pennsylvania

4.13/5  rDev +15%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

12 oz.

Pours jet black, half inch tan head retains well.

Smells of milk chocolate and caramel.

Chocolate, molasses, brown sugar, and toasted bread are all notable in the flavor.

Medium to full body with light carbonation on the roof of the mouth.

Really flavorful and tasty stout, good rich character, definitely worth trying and I would have it again.

Serving type: bottle

04-10-2013 19:18:51 | More by Cylinsier

rsenters29

Michigan

2.75/5  rDev -23.4%

04-05-2013 02:35:04 | More by rsenters29

IPAchris

Pennsylvania

3/5  rDev -16.4%

04-01-2013 02:03:37 | More by IPAchris

tobelerone

New Jersey

3.5/5  rDev -2.5%

03-31-2013 03:21:08 | More by tobelerone

smartassboiler

Illinois

3/5  rDev -16.4%

03-31-2013 02:39:02 | More by smartassboiler