 sm89walt (168), Norwich and Canterbury, Norfolk, England
May 7, 2008
Bottle. A dark, ruby red beer with a thin light tan head. Combinations of coffee and a fruitiness together with smoked malts on the nose. The flavours develop these characteristics, a mild smokiness, dark chocolate and molasses. Quite a full and chewy palate texture. Full in body and a nice diversity.
rylaad (8), Canada
does not count  Jul 25, 2008 Incredible. Best beer I have had so far, beat out my old fav Guinness. Pours a beautiful black with a thick creamy head, wonderful aroma and taste. Reminds me a lot like coffee. Not too expensive and a must try.
Changed (59), Ithaca, New York, USA
Jul 22, 2008 12 oz bottle. Pours absolutely black, almost no head whatsoever. Spotty lacing, but I’m drinking from a Trappist glass. Aroma and flavor dominated by chocolate and coffee. Very toasty. One of the best porter’s I’ve had (cheaper and better tasting than Sam Smith’s!) Definitely the best Fullers brew I’ve had.
RedXIII (73), Powell, Ohio, USA
Jul 21, 2008 Appearance of an imperial stout without the thickness. Aroma was roasted nuts, and cocoa. Flavor was excellent, with a strong blend of mocha and tart chocolate. The only thing this beer was missing was a thicker, chewier texture.
ucusty (849), Wake Forest, North Carolina, USA
Jul 14, 2008 Bottle from 2006. Definite oxidation on the aroma and flavor. I need to get a fresh bottle for a re-rate.
flyerdog (1), Ardmore Park, Pennsylvania, USA
does not count Jul 14, 2008 Looks like Black Gold. Rich and complex. Here is a suggestion, try it in a cognac snifter, sounds strange, but I did this once and it actually brought out some subtle flavors..like cinnamon and hazlenut, and accented the chocolate tones. I love this stuff, definitely in my top five
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