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Anchor Porter

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17343.85/5.03.85/5.05.6%99.3English 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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mojoman (44), Nashville, Tennessee, USA
4.2 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/105/58/105/516/20
May 1, 2000    Updated: Jun 25, 2006
One of the best porters, if not the best this mojoman has had. Rich with a nice burnt molasses taste. Especially fine with a good cigar.


 TChrome (1299), Bedford, Texas, USA
4.2 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/105/59/104/517/20
Feb 22, 2002  
Quite delicious. Very dark. Nice chocolate malty flavor. Excellent brew.


 Kaya161 (1129), San Diego, California, USA
4.2 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/105/57/104/518/20
Sep 14, 2001  
Pours with a huge cream/tan colored, long-lasting head. Wonderful sweet chocolate aroma with hints of roasted malt. Medium bodied, smooth mouthfeel. Chocolate flavour to start with bitter roasted flavors to finish. A classic American porter.


 The Friar99 (222), Wisconsin, USA
4.2 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
9/104/58/104/517/20
May 10, 2001  
Very full flavored. A great all around beer.


 pivo (2535), Germany
4.2 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
9/104/58/104/517/20
Mar 9, 2002  
Big roasty malt nose and a near-black color. Tastes of chocolate and carmel mixed with espresso undertones. The flavor profile on the brew lasts forever - seemed like it stayed in my mouth for a minute!. Started with a warm and full mouth feel that rose to the roof of my mouth. Went out with a gritty, bitter finish. Great stuff. Not good for making stout or porter pancakes, though. Anchor is just a damn good brewery. I like to drink heavy beers like this with light foods, like a salad, but this doesnt need any help - its a meal of its own.


 obxdude10 (1559), Pottstown, Pennsylvania, USA
4.2 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/105/58/104/517/20
Nov 25, 2002  
Very excellent porter, almost black in color, nice tan to beige head, lots of roasted & burnt flavors, rich aftertaste, great porter


 motelpogo (4394), Plzen, Czech Republic
4.2 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
9/105/58/104/516/20
Aug 30, 2002  
iced coffee appearance and flavour. some bitter chocolate and banana. there’s a lot going on there and it could be slightly stronger


 estoppel (1028), Buffalo, New York, USA
4.2 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
6/105/59/105/517/20
Jun 29, 2002  
Mild nose, strong sweetish coffee and chocolate flavors, rich mouthfeel. Looks good in the glass, too.



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