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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Brewmaster (168), USA

4.2	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.2	6/10	5/5	9/10	5/5	17/20

Jul 3, 2002

One of the nicest porters i’ve had. Dark with medium tan head. Great mouthfeel. smooth and extremly drinkable.

Sickboy282 (1100), San Diego, California, USA

4.2	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.2	8/10	5/5	8/10	5/5	16/20

Mar 22, 2002

This is the first robust/sharp porter that I’ve tried and its really quite tasty. Much better than the sierra nevada porter which is a little to pale for a porter. This has a unique finish which I am unaccustomed with. Quite a surprise.

MaxPower (961), St. Louis, Missouri, USA

4.2	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.2	8/10	5/5	8/10	4/5	17/20

Jul 1, 2002 Updated: Apr 6, 2003

Pours dark brown almost black with a small tan head, fruity chocoloate aromas. Sweet chocolate and burnt coffee flavors, medium body and a nice mild hop bite, but very smooth, a great porter and fairly easy to find.

DougShoemaker (2856), Toronto, Canada

4.2	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.2	8/10	5/5	8/10	4/5	17/20

Jul 26, 2003

Chocolate, coffee, and liquorice aroma. Almost black, trace of ultra violet, large creamy cappuccinno head. Roasted coffee, bitter chocolate, and liquorice flavours. Medium bodied, finely bitter, and dry. Terrific, very satisfying!

neilrichards (191), Leicestershire, England

4.2	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.2	7/10	4/5	8/10	5/5	18/20

May 7, 2002

I really loved this porter. Slightly sweet, with loads of coffee and chocolate. I’d recommend this to anybody as I couldn’t ever imagine anybody not liking it. I loved it!

PorterPounder (3147), Tallahassee, Florida, USA

4.2	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.2	7/10	5/5	9/10	5/5	16/20

Jun 11, 2002 Updated: Dec 12, 2003

Rerate - Well, this was my very first rating about 18 months ago - still tastes just as great - notice a bit more smooth chocolate flavor and the appearance is deep, dark black. Nice roasty aroma - goes down oh so smooth. No gritty aftertaste Original 4.0 Excellent for a 'mainstream' Porter. Great coffee aftertaste.

raindog (559), Evansville, Indiana, USA

4.2	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.2	7/10	5/5	8/10	5/5	17/20

Feb 13, 2004

Very dark brown. Firm,creamy,khaki,head. Nice patchy lace. Aromas of malt(tar,roasty),and some leafy hops. Oily,extremely creamy,palate. Great roasty,cocoa,burnt flavors. Bittersweet finish..roasty and sweet. Excellent porter,will buy this more often.

Dionysian (39), Paris, France

4.2	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.2	8/10	4/5	9/10	4/5	17/20

Jul 26, 2002 Updated: Mar 6, 2004

Before I rate, Id just like to thank 'krisbierjaeger' for some of the most truly provocative, intense, mind boggling and entertaining reviews I have ever laid eyes upon. That said.. this beer is excellent. Full bodied, smooth, brimming with flavor (almost a sweet coffee taste). Best anchor Ive had, and easily one of the best porters I'll ever have. HUZZAH, what a troglodyte!

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