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SETI NOT YETI

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Roasted malt and dark chocolate run through this oatmeal stout, which has a roasty edge and a soft, velvety body from oats. The name is a nod to New Mexico's cosmic curiosity and the work of the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence. 5.0% ABV, brewed by Bow & Arrow in the Rio Grande Valley of Albuquerque.

ABV
5.0%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Roasted bitterness
SRM
dark35
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
roastedchocolatemalty
roasted
chocolate
malty
coffee
dark fruit
Aroma
Roasted malt dominates the nose, bringing forward notes of dark chocolate and a subtle coffee grain.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for SETI NOT YETI

◎ Appearance

Deep brown to near-black in the glass, with a color that borders on opaque when held to light. A thick, tan head forms on the pour and clings to the glass with persistent lacing. The body reads as full and dense, with minimal visible carbonation activity.

deep brownopaquethick creamy headtight lacing

◌ Aroma

Roasted malt dominates the nose, bringing forward notes of dark chocolate and a subtle coffee grain. Beneath these primary notes, faint dark fruit undertones emerge—plum or raisin—without any sharp roast bite. The oats contribute a soft, cereal-like sweetness that rounds out the overall impression.

roasted maltdark chocolatecoffee grainsubtle dark fruit

◐ Taste

The palate opens with rich roasted character and chocolate, then transitions into a creamy mid-palate where the oats create a velvety, smooth texture. Mild bitterness from the roasted malts (30 IBU) surfaces gradually rather than aggressively, leaving room for subtle coffee and cocoa flavors to linger. The 5% ABV remains completely integrated, adding no heat or spirit notes.

roasted entryvelvety mouthfeelchocolate-forwardrestrained bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and lingering, with roasted malt and a whisper of coffee persisting on the palate. No sharp edges or astringency; instead, the aftertaste settles into a pleasant, faintly sweet chocolate note.

drymalt-drivencoffee aftertaste
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
82
Appearance
85
Finish
78
Serve at 10–14°C

Slightly warmer than you might expect. 10–13°C lets the roasted malt, chocolate and coffee notes open up fully.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Drink within a year. Standard stouts are best fresh but hold reasonably well for 6–12 months.

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About Oatmeal Stout

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Oatmeal Stout?

Stouts are dark ales with roasted barley character, 4–8% ABV and IBU 25–45. Expect coffee, dark chocolate and toast flavors with a creamy body and dry finish.

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