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Mt. Shasta Shastafarian Porter

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RATINGS: 105   WEIGHTED AVG: 3.61   ABV: 6%
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A mild bitterness and a spicy aroma balance this perfect blend of caramel, coffee, and subtle roasted malt flavors. This brew emphasizes smooth, chocolatey goodness. A complex malt body gives this porter its robust character. Hops are present, yet almost untraceable on the foreground of the palate. Beneath a solid head of dark tan, our porter is black in color and highlighted with auburn hues. This brew tastes as deep as it looks and at 6% ABV, is stronger than most in its class. Dedicated to Shastafarians near and far, we salute the mountain that unites and refreshes us all.
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3.9
   AROMA 9/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 15/20
Pastor (619) - Maine, USA - JUL 16, 2010
Flexabull apologized for sending this one, thinking it was under carbonated. I think It was ok for me considering it was a Porter. I did get a short lived brown head when pored in to a tulip glass. The brew was a typical black color for a Porter. I got some good toasted or roasted notes from the aromas’ as well as the flavors LOL. Chocolate and coffee come to mind which is what I expect from a Porter. I think the mouthfeel was spot on for me leaning toward the full side of medium, and yes lightly carbonated . The drinkability is good and I could have enjoyed a second or third. A good local brew check it out

3.6
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 14/20
smith4498 (1453) - Miami, Florida, USA - MAY 9, 2010
Bottle from a trade with wavers1. Pours dark reddish brown with tan head. Roasted malt aroma with some chocolate. Flavor of moderately roasted malts and bittersweet chocolate. Medium body with mild carbonation. Thanks Baker.

3.4
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 14/20
badnewsbeers (1410) - Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA - MAY 2, 2010
Dark reddish brown with small off-white head. Aroma of roasted malt, grain, grass and chocolate. Pretty basic. Flavor is similar with added lactose. Similar to a thin, watery mackeson stout. Not bad. Easy drinkability.

3.7
   AROMA 9/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 15/20
alexanderj (2521) - Chino Hills, California, USA - APR 19, 2010
Bottle; poured a dark brown, if not black color with a nice looking light brown head. Aroma of caramel, roasted malt, cookie dough, fruit, cocoa, and a bit more dough. Nice aroma. Flavor had more of roasted malt and coffee presence, but it still showed nice complexity. Some nice earthiness, with a bit of dough, cocoa, and fruit. Very nice beer.

3.8
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 16/20
jarow (214) - Massachusetts, USA - APR 16, 2010
12 oz. bottle. Pours dark brown with an off-white head that quickly dissipates. Nose is roasty malts, a bit nutty, with some dark chocolate. Pretty full-bodied and complex for a porter. Roasted malts, chocolate, caramel, a hint of spice. Dry. Nice dry finish, toasted malts dominate. Great porter overall, at a pretty decent price.

3.9
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 16/20
dwaggs2 (754) - Lee’s Summit, Missouri, USA - APR 6, 2010
Bottle. Poured a jet black color with a little brown head. Aroma was coffee, caramel, cream, and roasted malts. Flavor was smoky, creamy, and chocolate. Very complex, a great porter.

3.6
   AROMA 6/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 15/20
alobar (1306) - Harleysville, Pennsylvania, USA - FEB 11, 2010
Pours a dark ruby brown color with an off-white creamy head. Aroma of roasted malts, and chocolate. Creamy mouth feel with subtle flavors of roasted malts, chocolate, caramel and a touch of coffee. Very nice beer.

3.6
   AROMA 6/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 6/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 16/20
Unibonger (143) - Mount Shasta, California, USA - JAN 18, 2010
Very deep brown/black. Decent head with medium retention. Strong roasted malt aroma. Roasted malt flavor, little to no bitterness, bit of coffee flavor that lingers. Medium body, medium-high texture.


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