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RATINGS: 2935   WEIGHTED AVG: 3.3   EST. CALORIES: 147   ABV: 4.9%
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San Francisco's famous Anchor Steam®, the classic of American brewing tradition since 1896, is virtually handmade, with an exceptional respect for the ancient art of brewing. The deep amber color, thick creamy head, and rich flavor all testify to our traditional brewing methods. Anchor Steam is unique, for our brewing process has evolved over many decades and is like no other in the world. Anchor Steam derives its unusual name from the 19th century when "steam" seems to have been a nickname for beer brewed on the West Coast of America under primitive conditions and without ice. The brewing methods of those days are a mystery and, although there are many theories, no one can say with certainty why the word "steam" came to be associated with beer. For many decades Anchor alone has used this quaint name for its unique beer. In modern times, "Steam" has become a trademark of Anchor Brewing.


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3
   AROMA 6/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 5/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 12/20
Drew (2413) - Kent, Ohio, USA - MAR 18, 2002
it’s an o.k. amber. crisp, drinkable, but not my favorite.

3.4
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 2/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 14/20
JoeM500 (1900) - Crown Point, Indiana, USA - MAR 15, 2002
Nice aroma and o.k. in the hop department. It’s a rather bland looking color with little to no head (absolutley no retention) but there’s nothing offensive about it. O.K. in my book.

4.1
   AROMA 6/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 18/20
themorningzoo (49) - Fairbanks, USA - MAR 15, 2002
Being in Alaska and trying Anchor Steam for the first time in years could effect my judgement, but I love this beer. It had great color and clarity along with a smooth but bity aftertaste. Overall it was very enjoyable experience again.

3
   AROMA 5/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 6/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 12/20
HeyBeerMan991980 (42) - Georgia, USA - MAR 13, 2002
Disappointing. Not bad for generic tasting beer, Slight chemical taste. Pretty mediocre, though smooth.

4.5
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 9/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 18/20
Suttree (4452) - Knoxville, Tennessee, USA - MAR 8, 2002
Kind of a touchstone of the microbrew movement in the US. I think everyone is at least a little bit familiar with the beer, so no need to describe it. I like it.

4.1
   AROMA 6/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 17/20
primapils99 (5) - USA - MAR 8, 2002 does not count
Full-bodied taste. Beautiful appearance. Nicely hopped.

3.2
   AROMA 5/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 6/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 15/20
bluemeow76 (693) - Lewis Center, Ohio, USA - MAR 1, 2002
Good - nothing spectacular, pretty average taste. I don’t care for the short bottle.

3.9
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 16/20
SudsMaster (68) - Denville, New Jersey, USA - FEB 24, 2002
Anchor Steam is a quality beer , incredibly smooth with a great taste. Slightly expensive, but the quality of this beer makes it worth the buy.

3.5
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 5/5   TASTE 5/10   PALATE 5/5   OVERALL 12/20
michaelm18 (118) - Boston, Massachusetts, USA - FEB 24, 2002
Smooth and light though lacking in flavor.

4.1
   AROMA 8/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 17/20
Beloved Beer (278) - California, USA - FEB 23, 2002
Had heard mixed reviews on this one. Myself, I was very impressed. A sweetness and a hoppiness that is hard to achieve in cooperation with one another.


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