Anchor Porter 3.85 1736

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
1736	3.85/5.0	3.85/5.0	5.6%	99.3	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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crazyvin (1254), New York, USA

4.5	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.5	9/10	4/5	8/10	5/5	19/20

Jan 24, 2003

A real hearty beer, one of the heaviest i have ever had. lots of malty character that finishes of with a sweet after taste.

beerbumble (42), Reno, Nevada, USA

4.5	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.5	9/10	4/5	10/10	4/5	18/20

Jan 30, 2003

Good color, good amount of head. Awsome taste. Very tastey. Creamy and smooth. Perfect amount of sweetness.

Hopistotle420 (1178), Amherst, Massachusetts, USA

4.4	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.4	8/10	4/5	9/10	5/5	18/20

Oct 28, 2002

Bittersweet chocolate, anisette aroma. Thick tan head. Deep ruby-black hue. Oh what a palate. Vinous fruit, chocolate, coffee, toffee, caramel accents, burnt grain, licorice, brown sugar. There’s so much going on here, molasses as it warms. Medium bodied, and the finish is oh so delicious. Long and sweet, turning to a hint of bitter hops. I love this prter, one of my favorites, a masterpiece, always available, and always excellent.

hopnpop (68), Wexford, Pennsylvania, USA

4.4	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.4	8/10	5/5	9/10	4/5	18/20

Jul 1, 2004

Very enjoyable! Tasted somewhat reminiscent of prunes or raisins but very roasty. Carbonation is suberb. Held a nice head the whole way down.

UnionMade (621), Connecticut, USA

4.4	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.4	8/10	4/5	9/10	4/5	19/20

Dec 13, 2002

One of the best american porters, if not the best. Medium body, with a big roasty sweetness. Hops carry through the front. If you want to get into the porter style, here’s the one to try.

UNCCTF (465), Charlotte, North Carolina, USA

4.4	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.4	9/10	4/5	9/10	4/5	18/20

Sep 26, 2003

The aroma is, as my roommate put it, "dark chocolate to the tenth power." And I would have to agree about the flavor as well. Pure black, tan head, great full-bodied taste. A great offering.

PrinceofNessus (236), Westminster, Colorado, USA

4.4	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.4	8/10	5/5	9/10	5/5	17/20

Oct 4, 2003

A sharp odor, a dark brown color barely translucent. a sharp flavor with appreciated bitterness. A bit syrupy. The flavor is very complex with a deep palate.

brownaler (379), Topsail Beach, North Carolina, USA

4.4	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.4	9/10	4/5	9/10	5/5	17/20

Sep 26, 2003 Updated: Aug 22, 2004

Has the smell of delacate fruits that are in the taste in the front. Finishes with a considerably burnt malt flavor. Great beer.

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