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Anchor Porter

Anchor Porter

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98
overall
A Porter brewed by
Anchor Brewing Company

San Francisco, California USA

bottled
common

on tap
common

Broad Distribution
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15133.87/5.03.87/5.05.6%98.2 English pint, Stem glass P  Stats

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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 gws57 (988), Saint Charles, Illinois, USA
4.2 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/105/58/104/517/20

May 1, 2006  
Had this one bottled. Wow. Completely opaque, thick black pour with a thick, dark tan head, nose of orange, clove, caramel and coffee, with notes of chocolate, cherries and baked bread. Wow.

Mitch_Wayne (77), Kokkola, Finland
3.9 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/104/58/104/516/20
Aug 20, 2008  
Chocolate aroma, slightly smoky, sweet. Chocolate taste, nice bitterness in the end along with sweet notes. I like this a lot more than in the first try, the mouthfeel is soft and rich. A very good beer.


 rayOfBeer (219), El Cerrito, California, USA
3.9 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/104/58/104/516/20
Aug 19, 2008  
Poured from tap black with a mocha colored medium sized head. Aromas of sweet malt and roast grain. Flavor is mildly sweet with malt, toffee, soft roast grain and coffee. Palate has a smooth feel with a light grain bitter-sweetness at the end. Not too thick, not too thin. Great porter for most occasions.


 Borresteijn (431), Amstelveen, Netherlands
3.3 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/103/57/103/513/20
Aug 18, 2008  
On tap. Dark brown/black beer, beige head. Aroma of roasted malts, caramel, coffee. Flavour is sweet, caramel, coffee and bitter roasted malts. Bittersweet finish.


 NomDeBeer (129), Baltimore, Maryland, USA
3.7 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/104/57/103/516/20
Aug 15, 2008  
Remarkably complex flavor - toffee, chocolate, ripe fruit, peanut brittle, hoppy bitterness, and even a touch of alcohol. Could use a bit more body, but I’m not complaining. Good beer.


 alexsdad06 (618), Ohio, USA
3.9 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/104/58/104/516/20
Aug 15, 2008  
12 oz. bottle. Pours dark brown with a large creamy beige head. The aroma is chocolate, barley, slight roast, and dark fruit. The flavor has creamy semi sweet chocolate, cocoa, dark fruit, anise, and a nice touch of bitterness in the finish. Medium bodied, smooth, very enjoyable. Nothing is over the top, just a well crafted porter




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