Perennial Fan Voyage 750ML

Perennial Fan Voyage 750ML is a coconut-laced imperial milk stout from Perennial Artisan Ales in St. Louis, Missouri, bottled at approximately 8.8–11.5% ABV depending on the vintage. Formally known as Fantastic Voyage, this release carries a 4.1 out of 5 rating on Untappd across more than 9,000 reviews, placing it among the brewery's most celebrated offerings alongside its sibling, Abraxas.

Quick Facts: ABV: ~8.8–11.5% (varies by vintage)  |  Origin: St. Louis, Missouri, USA  |  Style: Imperial Milk Stout with Coconut  |  Brewery: Perennial Artisan Ales

Production & Heritage

Perennial Artisan Ales operates out of St. Louis, Missouri, with a portfolio built around Belgian-style ales, imperial stouts, Berliner Weisses, and barrel-aged specialties. The brewery emphasizes whole ingredients that are locally and responsibly sourced whenever possible, avoiding artificial additives. Fantastic Voyage distinguishes itself through dried coconut added directly into the whirlpool during the brewing process, integrating the coconut character deeply into the imperial milk stout base rather than treating it as an afterthought. The lactose addition creates the creamy, full-bodied mouthfeel that anchors the stout's rich flavor profile.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Natural coconut rises immediately, followed by waves of fudge-rich dark chocolate and roasted coffee. Reviewers frequently liken the nose to an Almond Joy candy bar — sweet, toasty, and unmistakably coconut-forward.

Taste: The entry is dominated by baker's chocolate and subtle roast, giving way to a mid-palate saturated with silky milk chocolate and sweet coconut. The lactose body is full and creamy, carrying the flavors with impressive density while a quiet hint of coffee lingers beneath the chocolate and coconut interplay.

Finish: Velvety smooth with restrained carbonation and a sharp, classic stout twang that keeps the sweetness in check. Coconut and roasted malt persist through a medium-long finish that avoids cloying territory.

How to Drink Fantastic Voyage

Pour into a tulip glass or snifter at cellar temperature (50–55°F) to let the coconut aromatics open fully; this beer rewards patience. Beyond drinking it straight, Fantastic Voyage works in several cocktail and beer-cocktail applications. A Stout Float using vanilla bean ice cream amplifies the dessert character without masking the coconut. A Black Velvet variation — layered with dry champagne — plays the stout's sweetness against bright acidity. A simple Espresso Bomb pairing, where a shot of chilled espresso is dropped into the pour, deepens the coffee undertones already present in the base.

Best For

• Gifting a craft beer enthusiast who gravitates toward pastry and adjunct stouts
• Sharing at a small-format tasting alongside other imperial stouts for a side-by-side comparison
• Capping off a winter dinner party as a standalone dessert course
• Building a cellar — vintage variation in ABV and flavor makes vertical tastings rewarding

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Fantastic Voyage taste like? Fantastic Voyage delivers rich baker's chocolate, sweet coconut, and subtle coffee over a creamy, lactose-driven body, often compared to a liquid Almond Joy. The finish balances the sweetness with a roasted stout bite.

How does Fantastic Voyage compare to Abraxas? Both are imperial stouts from Perennial Artisan Ales, but Abraxas features ancho chili peppers, cacao nibs, vanilla beans, and cinnamon, producing a spiced Mexican-chocolate profile, while Fantastic Voyage centers squarely on coconut and milk chocolate. Some reviewers rate Fantastic Voyage as the more approachable and dessert-forward of the two.

Is Fantastic Voyage good for sipping neat? Absolutely — this is a sipping stout by design, best enjoyed slowly from a snifter at slightly below room temperature to appreciate the layered coconut and chocolate character.

Where is Fantastic Voyage made? Fantastic Voyage is brewed by Perennial Artisan Ales in St. Louis, Missouri. The brewery sources whole ingredients locally and responsibly whenever possible.

What foods pair well with Fantastic Voyage? Chocolate lava cake intensifies the shared cocoa notes. Toasted coconut macaroons create a harmonious echo of the beer's dominant flavor. Smoked brisket benefits from the stout's sweetness cutting through fat and char. A sharp aged cheddar provides textural and flavor contrast. Vanilla bean crème brûlée mirrors the creamy lactose body.

What sizes does Fantastic Voyage come in? Fantastic Voyage is commonly available in 750ML bottles, a format typical for Perennial's specialty and limited releases.

Is Fantastic Voyage worth the price? Fantastic Voyage positions as a premium craft release within the imperial stout category, justified by its specialty ingredients, whirlpool coconut process, and strong community ratings on platforms like Untappd and BeerAdvocate.

Why Fantastic Voyage?

What separates Fantastic Voyage from the crowded field of coconut stouts is the production decision to integrate dried coconut at the whirlpool stage, embedding the flavor into the beer's structure rather than layering it on top. The result is a stout where coconut, baker's chocolate, and lactose sweetness feel unified rather than competing. With a 4.1 rating across more than 9,000 Untappd reviews, it has earned a devoted following that places it in direct conversation with Perennial's own Abraxas. For drinkers seeking a rich, dessert-leaning imperial stout built on whole ingredients and genuine craft technique, this is one of the more accomplished examples coming out of the Midwest.