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Catharsis

Dark · American Porter · 7.4% ABV

Catharsis

This rich Porter carries aromas of cocoa powder, fudge, caramel, and dark chocolate. We are pleased to introduce Catharsis, a rich and hearty porter ideally suited for these cold winter months! Catharsis is brewed with an array of pale, chocolate, and roasted malts and hopped ever so gently with Warrior and Simcoe resulting in a beer with progressive attributes and a characteristic Tree House edge.

First posted
Jan 23, 2023
Latest post
Jul 24, 2026
Posts
13

Variants: Catharsis Barrel Aged, Catharsis Coffee

Flavor

Leads with dark chocolate, cocoa, fudge and caramel. Feels rich & full.

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On the Dark wheel, from Tree House’s own descriptions of this beer.

On Instagram

Friday Jul 24

3 photos: We've taken the dark fruit notes from Catharsis's complex malt bill and given them a boost with plum purée.

We've taken the dark fruit notes from Catharsis's complex malt bill and given them a boost with plum purée. Layered between notes of dark chocolate, caramel, fig, red currant, and fudge are rounded flavors of juicy plum. We rarely use fruit additions in dark beers, especially outside of our Truth Series, but this cohesive addition is a perfect complement to a beer we equally love fresh or cellared away.

3 photos: Catharsis earned its Tree House emblem on the can because we drink it all year round.

Catharsis earned its Tree House emblem on the can because we drink it all year round. It is brewed with an array of pale, chocolate, and roasted malts and hopped ever so gently with Warrior and Simcoe. It carries layers of cocoa powder, fudge, and caramel balanced by a dark chocolate-like bitterness and a hearty body. It's also a beer we like to stow away every run; its flavors will continue to evolve for the colder seasons to come. It seems strange to call a beer that comes around two or three times a year a core beer, but at the same time, it would be hard to imagine Tree House without it. Porter bliss.

Friday May 15

2 photos: The world needs more Robust Porter - we're happy to do our part.

The world needs more Robust Porter - we're happy to do our part. Catharsis is a Porter that we brew only a handful of times each year. It carries notes of cocoa powder, fudge, and caramel balanced by a dark chocolate-like bitterness and a hearty body. It's a genuine rrarity in the world of dark beer. Incredibly decadent yet surprisingly quaffable, it hits the spot when you’re craving layers of rich, chocolatey roasted flavor but aren’t in the mood for a high ABV or barrel-aged sipper.

Friday Feb 20

2 photos: When the cold seems to seep into our very bones, these are the beers we turn to.

When the cold seems to seep into our very bones, these are the beers we turn to. Catharsis is an American Porter that carries notes of cocoa powder, fudge, and caramel-filled dark chocolates. While rich in flavor, it’s an easy-drinking beer with a creamy body; it’s wonderful fresh but evolves beautifully over time if you want to stow some away until next year. Full stop, it is one of our favorite beers that we make, and a fresh batch feels like Christmas.

Friday Sep 26, 2025

2 photos: When it comes to dark beer, we're more than happy to fill the kettle with caramels, cookies, roasted nuts—you name it…

When it comes to dark beer, we're more than happy to fill the kettle with caramels, cookies, roasted nuts—you name it. That being said, there's a certain magic in brewing when a kaleidoscope of flavors can be pulled from a complex grain bill. Catharsis is an American Porter that pours black as night and is brewed in the traditional, old-fashioned manner. It carries notes of cocoa powder, fudge, and caramel-filled dark chocolate but is as easy-drinking as they come. It also looks mighty fine in these cans. It will evolve in the can kept cold in your beer fridge all the way through winter, so don't hesitate to load up! #productphotography #productphotodaily #photography #craftbeer #treehousebrewing #beergram #beerstagram #beersandcameras #beerlover #beerbeerbeer #beerme #beergeek #beertography #beernerd #fujifilm #gfx100II @fujifilmx_us @profoto

Friday Feb 7, 2025

3 photos: The vanilla version of our porter, Catharsis, is a perennial favorite, and we're packaging a fresh batch today.

The vanilla version of our porter, Catharsis, is a perennial favorite, and we're packaging a fresh batch today. #productphotography #productphotodaily #photography #craftbeer #treehousebrewing #beergram #beerstagram #beersandcameras #beerlover #beerbeerbeer #beerme #beergeek #beertography #beernerd #fujifilm #gfx100II @fujifilmx_us @profoto

2 photos: Catharsis is our porter.

Catharsis is our porter. It's a fantastic beer to drink with notes of cocoa powder and roasted with a mild bitterness. Its complexity is derived from a host of grains from around the globe. It should be available for a while, so next time you're at Tree House, check it out. #productphotography #productphotodaily #photography #craftbeer #treehousebrewing #beergram #beerstagram #beersandcameras #beerlover #beerbeerbeer #beerme #beergeek #beertography #beernerd #fujifilm #gfx100II @fujifilmx_us @profoto

Thursday Oct 10, 2024

Catharsis is our Porter.

Catharsis is our Porter. This beer carries an intense flavor profile because of its complex and robust ingredient base. Made with just water, malted barley, hops, and yeast, it has a flavor profile that tastes like dark fudge, chocolate wafer cookies, and morning coffee. No adjuncts, no added flavors, no tricks - just straight-up, old-school Porter goodness. It's a delightful beer to enjoy on a crisp autumn or winter day. #productphotography #productphotodaily #photography #craftbeer #treehousebrewing #beergram #beerstagram #beersandcameras #beerlover #beerbeerbeer #beerme #beergeek #beertography #beernerd #fujifilm #gfx100II @fujifilmx_us @profoto

Friday Jul 12, 2024

2 photos: The world needs more roasty, fudgy, complex American Porter, and we're doing our part with Catharsis.

The world needs more roasty, fudgy, complex American Porter, and we're doing our part with Catharsis. We love this beer. #productphotography #productphotodaily #photography #craftbeer #treehousebrewing #beergram #beerstagram #beersandcameras #beerlover #beerbeerbeer #beerme #beergeek #beertography #beernerd #fujifilm #gfx100II @fujifilmx_us @profoto

Monday Jan 8, 2024

Friday Jan 5, 2024

Catharsis has long held court on our draft lines as an underrated and immensely flavorful porter that is delightful t…

Catharsis has long held court on our draft lines as an underrated and immensely flavorful porter that is delightful to drink time and time again. Today, we are pleased to introduce a fresh batch, this time with a judicious application of whole bean vanilla, lending depth of character and intrigue to our House porter.

Monday Sep 11, 2023

Catharsis, our porter, drinks with an incredible flavor akin to fudge.

Catharsis, our porter, drinks with an incredible flavor akin to fudge. It is not overly sweet, making for a hearty and warming cold-weather beverage. We love this beer. Love it, love it, love it.

Monday Jan 23, 2023

1.23.23

1.23.23 Monday, Monday. . . Kicking things off with Catharsis, our Robust Porter! Floating under the radar, Catharsis is an immensely flavorful porter with notes of fudge, freshly roasted coffee, a smidge of smoke, and caramel. It's one of our favorite beers.