Porter Beer Reviews
Originally the working man’s beer in England and predecessor to the Stout. Chocolate and coffee notes abound.
by Michael Larson | Breckenridge Brewery, Colorado, Mug, Pint Glass, Porter, United States |
Drinking a beer is all about perspective. A few of my friends got together and enjoyed a few pints last night and, of course, talked beer. One of the brews in my fridge came up in conversation, the Breckenridge Vanilla Porter. I had tried it, twice actually, and was...
by Michael Larson | Colorado, Left Hand Brewing Company, Mug, Pint Glass, Porter, United States |
After hurrying in from the blustery, winter-washed city and in to a local fine dining establishment, my eyes immediately and eagerly scanned the drink menu. I was hoping for a selection of fine and craft brews, but was preparing to be let down. Wildwood of Geneva,...
by Tom Smillie | American / Robust Porter, Coffee Beers, Illinois, Mug, Pint Glass, Porter, Two Brothers Brewing Company, United States |
The other day I woke up and wanted to make myself some coffee. I must admit I was not a coffee drinker until I started trying dark beers. The flavor profiles in Stouts and Porters prepared my taste buds which now appreciate the occasional hot cup of joe. At any rate,...
by Tom Smillie | England, Mug, Pint Glass, Porter, Samuel Smith's Brewery |
If you are a hard working blue collar laborer then you need a hard working beer. That beer can be found in Samuel Smith’s famous Taddy Porter. Known for being the beer of the working class of England in the 18th century, the Porter was a rich, full-bodied beer....