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Anchor Steam Beer

Anchor Steam Beer

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71
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A California Common brewed by
Anchor Brewing Company

San Francisco, California USA

bottled
common

on tap
common

Broad Distribution
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Commercial Description:
San Francisco's famous Anchor Steam®, the classic of American brewing tradition since 1896, is virtually handmade, with an exceptional respect for the ancient art of brewing. The deep amber color, thick creamy head, and rich flavor all testify to our traditional brewing methods. Anchor Steam is unique, for our brewing process has evolved over many decades and is like no other in the world. Anchor Steam derives its unusual name from the 19th century when "steam" seems to have been a nickname for beer brewed on the West Coast of America under primitive conditions and without ice. The brewing methods of those days are a mystery and, although there are many theories, no one can say with certainty why the word "steam" came to be associated with beer. For many decades Anchor alone has used this quaint name for its unique beer. In modern times, "Steam" has become a trademark of Anchor Brewing.

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greedycheater (75), Oklahoma, USA
3.3 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/104/57/103/512/20

Apr 14, 2008  
Light nose of roasted barley and faint hops. Pours clean amber. Bitter taste with a dry, sour finish. Light to medium bodied.

RevZombie666 (14), Washington, Washington DC, USA
4.6 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/105/59/105/520/20
Aug 7, 2008  
An outstanding bottle of suds. Strong start with a clean finish. It’s expensive, but worth every drop.


 Imaena (189), Portland, Maine, USA
3.1 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
5/103/56/103/514/20
Aug 5, 2008  
Draught @ the Yard House in Orange County with Mark and Beth. Softy and Malty with grassy hops and complex flavours coming through. Session beer all the way.


 Beershine (1150), Miami Beach, Florida, USA
3.6 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/104/57/104/514/20
Aug 4, 2008  
draught, Zeke’s. Orange, small white head that lasts fairly long, hazy. Layered aroma: grass, fresh grain, tree bark. Soft mouthfeel. Crisp, dry, refreshing, fresh-tasting, long hoppy finish, enough fruitiness to enhance body and character. Reliable.


ndfreak77 (73), USA
3.2 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
5/103/57/103/514/20
Aug 3, 2008  
I had a bottle of this at Phillips restaurant in Ocean City Maryland. It poured a dark copper color with a small off white head. To me it drank like a yuengling lager with just a touch more hops. I really enjoyed this beer, but not near as much as the all u can eat seafood buffet.


 jjuf1853 (186), Land O Lakes, Florida, USA
3.4 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/103/57/103/514/20
Aug 2, 2008  
Draft sample offered after the Anchor Brewery tour. Pours a copper/amber color with a foamy off-white head. Nice malt flavor with a hint of bitterness.




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