Anchor Porter

	Percentile
	98
	overall

Brewed by Anchor Brewing Company
Style: Porter
San Francisco, California USA

bottled
common

on tap
available

Broad Distribution
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Ratings	Average	Score	ABV	Style Pctl	Serve in
1727	3.85/5.0	3.85/5.0	5.6%	99.2	English pint, Stem glass

Commercial Description:
San Francisco's famous Anchor Porter brand is made in one of the smallest and most traditional breweries in the world by the brewers of Anchor Steam Beer. Our old-fashioned Porter is virtually handmade, with an exceptional respect for the ancient art of brewing. We use 100% malted barley, generous amounts of fresh, whole hops, entirely natural carbonation and a simple, natural brewing process which is like no other in the world. The deep black color, the thick, creamy head and the intensely rich flavor of Anchor Porter, made in San Francisco since 1974, have earned this delicious and unique brew a worldwide reputation for outstanding quality. It is aesthetically pleasing and wholly superior in every respect.

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Nebulor (109), , California, USA

4.1	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.1	7/10	4/5	8/10	5/5	17/20

Mar 6, 2009

Has a bready malt aroma with florals. Pure black color with a hint of an amber hue, did not notice any sediment, and too difficult to se any action. Sweet roasted malt taste, almost burnt, and has multi floral hops of pine with a butter background. Full bodied, resinous, bready, slightly buttery, with a soft carbonation. Very good session Porter with lots of hop florals, minimal bitterness, and a well balanced sweetness of malts.

Cavie (1369), Fort Worth, Texas, USA

3.6	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
3.6	7/10	4/5	7/10	4/5	14/20

Mar 4, 2009

Not a bad porter. Has all the things you would expect of a good one; chocolate aroma, very dark pour, tan frothy head. It was just alright though.

thejon375 (392), Tampa, Florida, USA

3.6	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
3.6	6/10	4/5	8/10	4/5	14/20

Mar 3, 2009

AMAZING PORTER!!!! Thanks to Steve for making me get this. Dark black color and big bold flavor. Must try for everyone.

dnlsartin (68), Portland, Oregon, USA

3.6	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
3.6	7/10	4/5	7/10	4/5	14/20

Feb 24, 2009

Black gold with a snowy, fizzy head approximately the color of the label. Bountiful aroma of dark, bitter chocolate. Nutty, roasted malt, brown sugar, burnt espresso, licorice, and hint of oak in the finish. Its watery mouth-feel and carbonation reminds me of a soft drink, but, with that out of the way, probably the quality standard in porters. Its reputation speaks for itself.

Nightfall (647), Athens, Greece

3.9	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
3.9	7/10	4/5	8/10	4/5	16/20

Feb 22, 2009

35,5 cl Bottle. One of the few decent US beer that can be found in Greece. Very dark brown to black color, with a small brown head. Roasted malt aroma with coffee and faint hints of licorice. Again roasted malty taste with coffee , caramel, some chocolate and licorice. Very nice

mrmojo (37), Edmond, Oklahoma, USA

3.6	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
3.6	5/10	4/5	6/10	4/5	17/20

Feb 21, 2009

pours inky dark blackish brown. Nose - roasted malt, coffee, baker’s chocolate. Flavor - Strong coffee, vanilla, burnt sugar. Finsh - smoky bitterness

GMUcrew7 (360), Mason, Ohio, USA

3.7	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
3.7	8/10	4/5	7/10	3/5	15/20

Feb 20, 2009

Pours dark brown almost black with hefty tan head. Rich roasted malty aroma, also a strong coffee presence. Espresso, vanilla and licorice flavor with a noticeable hop finish. Medium body, a little lighter than I expected. Not sure if it should be the 9th highest rated porter, but a very good beer.

avilla (12), , Italy

3.7	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
3.7	7/10	4/5	7/10	3/5	16/20

Feb 20, 2009

Bottle@home. Poured one month after the best before date.Deep black with a soft tan head. Roasted malt, caramel aroma. Porter typical coffee, liquorice aroma. Medium body. Nice smoky bitter finish. Enjoyable.

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