Humble Forager Enchanted Island 4Pk

Humble Forager Enchanted Island 4Pk is a Caribbean-inspired imperial fruited sour ale packaged as a four-pack, clocking in at 9% ABV. Humble Forager earned RateBeer.com's "Best New Brewer" distinction, and the Enchanted Island line has earned recognition on Untappd, where a version of this beer took a bronze medal as the third-highest-rated sour in Wisconsin.

Quick Facts: ABV: 9%  |  Origin: Waunakee, Wisconsin, USA  |  Style: Imperial Fruited Sour Ale  |  Brewery: Humble Forager (brewed at Octopi Brewing / The Brewing Projekt)

Production & Heritage

Humble Forager is a nomadic brewing project that contract-brews at Octopi Brewing in Waunakee, Wisconsin, with ties to The Brewing Projekt in Eau Claire. Enchanted Island starts with a grain bill of barley, spelt, and wheat, which is then soured using Forager Brewery's proprietary house lactobacillus blend. What sets it apart from standard fruited sours is the addition of 100% real fruit puree and juices combined with spices and tiki-inspired ingredients, creating what the brand calls a "cocktAle" — a hybrid that bridges the gap between craft beer and tropical cocktails.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Bright tropical fruit hits first, followed by citrus zest and a gentle lactic tang. Underneath, there's a subtle spice note that evokes Caribbean punch bowls.

Taste: The entry is juicy and fruit-forward, with layers of tropical puree dominating the mid-palate. A pronounced but balanced sourness emerges, countered by the wheat and spelt body that prevents the acidity from becoming harsh. Reviewers consistently describe it as tasting more like a cocktail than a traditional beer, with comparisons to painkillers and high-end mimosas.

Finish: Medium-length and refreshingly tart, with lingering tropical fruit and a clean, dry close. The 9% ABV is remarkably well-hidden beneath the fruit and acidity.

How to Drink Enchanted Island

Straight from the can or poured into a tulip glass at around 40–45°F — the wide bowl concentrates those tropical aromatics. This beer drinks exceptionally well on its own as a standalone refreshment, but it also pairs into cocktail-adjacent territory: use it as a beer float base over mango sorbet for a decadent summer dessert drink; blend it with a splash of aged rum for a boozy tiki riff; or serve it alongside a classic Paloma as an alternating sip that plays off similar citrus-sour flavors.

Best For

• Poolside or beach day drinking when you want high flavor with hidden potency
• Introducing cocktail lovers to the world of craft sour ales
• Tiki night pairings alongside rum-based tropical drinks
• Gifting to craft beer enthusiasts who gravitate toward fruited sours

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Enchanted Island taste like? Enchanted Island delivers a juicy, tropical fruit-forward profile balanced by a crisp lactobacillus-driven sourness, with enough body from its wheat and spelt base to feel substantial. Multiple reviewers describe it as tasting closer to a premium cocktail — specifically a painkiller or an elevated mimosa — than a traditional beer.

How does Enchanted Island compare to a mimosa? Reviewers frequently compare Enchanted Island to a high-quality mimosa due to its bright fruit character and effervescent acidity, though the beer's lactobacillus tang and tiki spice additions give it a more complex flavor arc. At 9% ABV, it sits in a similar potency range as a strong mimosa while offering significantly more depth.

Is Enchanted Island good for cocktail lovers exploring craft beer? Absolutely — its "cocktAle" profile, built on real fruit puree and tiki-inspired ingredients, bridges the gap between mixed drinks and sour ales. The hidden ABV and fruit-dominant flavor make it one of the most accessible entry points into the imperial sour category.

Where is Enchanted Island made? Enchanted Island is produced by Humble Forager, a nomadic brewing brand that brews at Octopi Brewing's facility located at 1131 Uniek Dr in Waunakee, Wisconsin. The project also has production ties to The Brewing Projekt in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

What foods pair well with Enchanted Island? Jerk chicken works well, as the fruit and acid cut through the spice and fat. Coconut shrimp complements the tropical profile; fresh ceviche mirrors the beer's citrus acidity; a mango-habanero salsa with chips plays off the fruit and adds heat contrast; and key lime pie echoes the tart, creamy notes in the finish.

What sizes does Enchanted Island come in? Enchanted Island is available as a four-pack of cans, which is the standard retail format for this release.

Is Enchanted Island worth the price? Enchanted Island positions as a premium craft sour ale, priced above mainstream beer but justified by its 9% ABV, use of 100% real fruit puree, and the complexity of its tiki-inspired recipe. Within the imperial fruited sour category, it delivers strong value relative to comparable limited-release sours from other craft producers.

Why Enchanted Island?

What distinguishes Enchanted Island from the crowded fruited sour landscape is its commitment to real ingredients — 100% fruit puree and juices rather than artificial flavoring — combined with a proprietary house lactobacillus blend that creates a consistent, controlled sourness. The tiki-drink concept isn't just marketing; the addition of actual spices and Caribbean-inspired ingredients gives this beer a layered complexity that most fruited sours never achieve. With a 4.2 rating across nearly 6,000 reviews on Untappd and a bronze medal under its belt, Enchanted Island has earned credibility through volume of critical feedback, not just hype. For drinkers who find most sour ales one-dimensional, this is the release that changes the conversation.