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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.

4.2
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 18/20
HighWine (397) - Chicago, Illinois, USA - APR 24, 2010
Ebony color with a foamy egg shell, almost tan, head. The head thins down after a few minutes but leaves a film on the top of the beer and laces well on the glass. Nose is sweet caramel, burnt sugar, and charcoal. Full bodied taste, very roasty with a subtle bitterness. Slightly boozy. Great palate -- very full for a porter and the roast flavor lingers long. Really a great beer and an excellent representative for the style.

4.2
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 16/20
pressboxjoe (184) - , New Jersey, USA - MAR 17, 2009
Bottle. Nice lacy tan head. Hold it to the light and it blocks the sun. Toasty malt and a hint of red wine in the aroma. Luxurious creamy mouthfeel. Taste of coffee and chocolate. I really like this beer.

4.2
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 17/20
teorn88 (564) - Rimini, ITALY - JUN 29, 2009
12oz bottle. Deep dark body with creamy foam. Smells of coffee and roasted cerals with some caramel. Smooth chocolatey mouthfeel with roasted malt, coffee and a bit of vanilla. Great beer!

4.2
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 18/20
planky84 (1170) - , Greater London, ENGLAND - NOV 8, 2009
Bottle drank at the Greenwich Union pub, Greenwich. Pours black with a light brown head. Good carbonation. Aromas of roasted malts, chocolate, caramel, raisins. Flavours of dark chocolate, coffee, raisins, vanilla. Very nice mouthfeel. Finishes sweet and hoppy. One of the best American porters.

4.2
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 16/20
Markys (64) - Stockholm, SWEDEN - MAY 30, 2009
Aroma of roasted malt, chocolate, coffee, raisin and liquorice. Flavor of roasted malt, coffee and dark syrup. A really good porter.

4.2
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 17/20
13mikey (503) - New Hope, Minnesota, USA - FEB 2, 2010
12 oz bottle from Princeton’s. Deep brown color with a big tan crater filled head. Aroma is roasted chocolate and flavor is nutty and chocolate. Smooth creamy mouthfeel with a slight coffee taste in the finish.

4.2
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 17/20
HopBurp (72) - Michigan, USA - APR 19, 2011
12 oz bottle. What an amazing porter. pours with an amazing 2 finger tan head that lasted through the english pint glass. caramel, chocolate, coffee, roasty, sweet , good hop profile. Awesome thick smooth mouthfeel. Bravo!

4.2
   AROMA 9/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 16/20
erickok (802) - Leiden, NETHERLANDS - JUN 11, 2011
UPDATED: AUG 2, 2011 Looks are spot on for a porter; great dark looks. Aroma similarily typical for the style, with bread, chocolate, roasty, caramel... just very generiusly hopped and malted. No surpise the taste is very rich yet balanced, only slightly sweet, and just very nice. One of the best porters I’ve head. (33cl bottle at Cafe Belgie)


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