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RATINGS: 2131   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.

4.8
   AROMA 10/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 10/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 19/20
frankenkitty (1953) - Oak Lawn, Illinois, USA - APR 18, 2005
I chose Anchor Porter as my 100th rating as this is a beer close to my heart... one in which all porters seem to fail in comparison. Pours a deep, blackberry/red-brown with a large, tan, souffle of a head that falls slowly and softly leaving excellent lacing. Heavy malt aromas are dark chocolate and dark fruits, with a light alcohol presence. The full-bodied flavor balances bitter coffee and semi-sweet chocolate, leaving a light tingle of alcohol to dry the mouth... which causes you to open another...

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2.3
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 4/10   PALATE 1/5   OVERALL 7/20
Kevin (1951) - Colorado, USA - APR 26, 2004
UPDATED: APR 28, 2004 poured a dark small head. left a sour taste i didnt find pleasing, i could only relate the finish to a weak paint thinner. my buddy who was with me disagreed completely and was shocked i didnt like this, i was too our tastes are usually the same for this type of beer. but i just didn't like this one.

4.4
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 18/20
MilkmanDan (1943) - Eagan, Minnesota, USA - FEB 24, 2004
Near black, bit deeply reddish. Nice, thick, mocha head. Lovely nose, hints of chocolate, a bit of cofee, and nice bitterness. Some nicely deep fruitiness, bit of cherry or plum. Very nice flavor, impressively vinous up front, bit rich and sweet, slightly port-esque. Good roasts follow, hints of dry chocolate. End is crisp and perfectly hoppy, enjoyable dry and acidic. Excellent creamy flavor. #900.

3.8
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 16/20
Immy (1942) - Virginia Beach, Virginia, USA - OCT 29, 2006
12 oz bottle totally stolen from my Uncle’s house. Sable with a light brown head. Rich, chocolatey malt nose and flavor. Mochalike notes. Very lightly hopped, almost an afterthought. Nice.

4.1
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 16/20
tarjei (1941) - Bryne, NORWAY - SEP 5, 2007
355 ml bottle. Black. Extremely big, creamy brown head. Coffee, chocolate, roasted/burnt malt, liqorice and some hoppy bitterness. Lovely «low-alcohol»-porter!

3.7
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 16/20
armando629 (1939) - Budapest, HUNGARY - JUN 13, 2009
Bought at Bierei, Vienna. Deep ruby-black body, small beige head. Fine espresso coffee in the nose with roasted aromas, some caramel-candy sugar, a bit of dried fruits and vanilla. Smooth mouthfeel with sweet-roasted malt, coffee and vanilla. Fine, delicios and easy drinkable.

3.4
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 14/20
ABUSEDGOAT (1937) - California, USA - APR 29, 2005
UPDATED: JAN 28, 2008 Black body, light tan head. Aroma is chocolately English style, some caramel and roast. Medium to light body, quite drinkable. Solid porter.

4.1
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 16/20
StewardofGondor (1934) - Washington Heights - Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA - JAN 3, 2005
UPDATED: SEP 19, 2005 Slight rerate based on a 6-pack purchased months after first review... Pours dark with medium viscosity, and I could smell it even as I poured. Big head - about 3/4". Smells great - coffee like, bitter, malty, nutty and oats. Great sensation when it hits the tongue - smooth, with a bitter-sweet bite. Full bodied. Heavy duty lacing - looks like a snow storm. A good porter.


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