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RATINGS: 2130   WEIGHTED AVG: 3.84   EST. CALORIES: 168   ABV: 5.6%
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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.

4
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 16/20
ThomasE (5176) - Copenhagen, DENMARK - DEC 22, 2004
Almost pitch black body with a small dense head. Lots of roasted malts in the aroma, with some bitterness from chocolate. Nice flavor with with a light roasted taste and some chocolate. Dry bitter finish.

3.6
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 14/20
Radek Kliber (5171) - Toronto (Can) Krotoszyn (Pol), POLAND - OCT 5, 2006
Botlle.Poured dark brown with smallish fine top. Quality quality nose, medium dark roast, brown sugar and nuts, dried fruits as well. Good medium bitter roasted character stretched along the way. Light hoppy top and acidic below just adds to character. Reminds me of the old school Baltic Porters just this one is smaller brother. Very nice.

2.9
   AROMA 6/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 5/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 11/20
Ernest (5113) - Boulder, Colorado, USA - JAN 27, 2002
UPDATED: AUG 13, 2006 Head is initially average sized, frothy, light brown, mostly lasting. Body is dark brown to black. Aroma is lightly malty (chocolate, roasted grain), lightly hoppy (pine), with a note of fennel/anise seed. Flavor is moderately sweet, lightly to moderately acidic, lightly bitter. Finish is lightly sweet, moderately acidic, moderately bitter. Medium body, watery texture, lively carbonation. Is it just me or has this gotten more sour and simple of late?

3.7
   AROMA 6/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 15/20
Hildigöltur (5107) - København, DENMARK - MAY 12, 2003
Almost black colour. Mature cheesy aroma. Some initial smokyness (bacon) in the flavour. The finish is hoppy, bitter and dry.

4
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 17/20
Dickinsonbeer (5077) - Hoboken, New Jersey, USA - JUL 22, 2002
One of the best porters I’ve had. Nice deep dark brown body with a lightish brown head. Great aroma of coffee and dark caramel malts with some hops in the background. Great smooth taste which leaves me wanting another one.

4.4
   AROMA 9/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 18/20
jbrus (4989) - Delft, NETHERLANDS - FEB 16, 2002
Roasted chocolate/coffee aroma. Black, large light brown creamy head, perfect lacing. Sweet, coffee, malt flavors. Finish is roasted, bitter and long. I love this beer!

4
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 16/20
JPDIPSO (4957) - Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, USA - JAN 27, 2003
Dark brown to near black color with a tall tan head that leaves rings as you partake. Mildly sweet mocha and grainy aroma. Creamy feel with a light carbonation tingle. Light bittersweet flavors. Mild malt acidity in the finish. A porter that you could chew on all night, I might!

3.6
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 14/20
BBB63 (4939) - La Porte, Indiana, USA - JAN 10, 2004
Dark brown hue with a frothy tan head and good lace. Aroma hinted of caramel, nuts, movha, aromatic and floral hops, leathery yeast esters, and light citrus. The taste starts bitterweet chocolate and hazelnut. There is a slighty acidic fruity undertone. Smokey and bitter finish. The mouthfeel is dry and chalky. Solid, dependable porter. Not flashy and traditional, you know what you get from this brewery.


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