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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.

4.4
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 18/20
billb (241) - Kennesaw, Georgia, USA - JUN 24, 2000
One of the best porters in existence. It’s a tough call between this and Rogue Mocha Porter.

4.4
   AROMA 9/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 18/20
enyala99 (1) - USA - JUL 13, 2001 does not count
Full, rich. What else can you say. A very good porter. The best.

4.4
   AROMA 10/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 17/20
duke33 (58) - Eldersburg, Maryland, USA - APR 1, 2003
Very nice porter! It was less hoppy and fizzy than most porters you will find. The aroma reminded me of Samuel Smith's Oatmeal Stout. The heavy malts are not too strong, making this one very smooth porter.

4.4
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 18/20
Hoss (606) - Florida, USA - JAN 14, 2002
One of the best American porters. I liked the balance and the smoothness. Unlike Sierra’s not too strong with the hop finish. I would recomend this as a fine example of the style.

4.4
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 18/20
lagermonkey (725) - Marietta, Georgia, USA - MAY 9, 2005
Pours like motor oil. Christ, it’s beautiful! Black with thick creamy brown head. lacy. Settles a la Guinness but more quickly. A perfect looking brew. Smells smoky and lightly of chocolate. Very nutty smelling. Taste has lots of that nutty flavor to it as well. Malty with coffee flavors. Also some hints of bitter chocolate but the nuttiness rules this beer. Bitter-sweet finish. Smoky with a thick mouthfeel. Damn this is a good porter. Complex and just plain tasty. Very drinkable for me. Haven’t picked any of this up in years. Not the best but a great robust big porter.

4.4
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 18/20
stoutchap (324) - Chicago, Illinois, USA - APR 27, 2006
Nice! Pours dark, dark brown, with a little ruby undertones when held to the brightest light. Thin tan head, some lacing. Lightly roasted nose with a slight "beer" note. Nice tangy start, molasses and chocolate middle and smooth finish. Nice medium mouthfeel - perfect for a porter, not as heavy as a stout, but not too light either. Actually very stout-like in it’s flavor. Which is a very good thing in my book.

4.4
   AROMA 9/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 18/20
cvillebeer (134) - Charlottesville, Virginia, USA - NOV 4, 2005
A truly excellent porter. It has been several years since I had it and I am very glad it is back in my area. It is hopier than I remember both in aroma and flavor. I love the blend of hops and roasted malt. Rich, smooth, a little sweet, hoppy with a lingering finish. Highly recomended.

4.4
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 18/20
DuffMan (4241) - the land of bitumen, beef & beer, Alberta, CANADA - OCT 13, 2007
Pours a gorgeous near-black brown, deep mahogany at the edges. Light brown head, thick and lacy. Chocolate, faint molasses, subtle fruit note. Initally sweet chocolatey flavour dominates, while a port-like plummy fruitiness sneaks in at the end. Finish is a satisfying stemmy bitterness. Rich and full mouthfeel (in contrast to the Baltika 7 I just finished). Absolutely delicious-- epitomizes what I love about a good porter.


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