New Glarus Unplugged Smoke on the Porter

This beer is so good, I wanna dip my... Seriously, this is my first 5 point brew. Thanks to badbeer. Pours deep, dark brown color with a somewhat thin but resilient off-white head. Head is somewhat sticky and leaves a bit of lace down the glass. I could smell the smoke as I opened it on the counter. That’s about all that I get is smokey with a faint maltiness. Awesome. The taste is the best part. This beer explodes with flavor as it crosses my lips. Lots of smoke and super toasty malts abound on this one. The mouthfeel is the second best part, the carbonation is vibrant and active. It helps to move the flavors around my mouth. This beer is full bodied too, more than any other porter I’ve ever had. More on the way and I can’t wait.

Mmm, this was a blast of smokey goodness. Really needs to be enjoyed at close to room temp, as i detected very little smokieness when cold. Dark and roasty, with enough smoke aroma and flavor, but not overpowering. Actually would like to see more smoke flavor in there. Awfully thin on the ol pallate, surprising, but still a great brew.BEST SMOKED BEER-hands down.

Very good. From the bottle, courtesy of Mrs. ProsQtor -- who had to listen to a litany of gripes about the day, and then provided this unexpected lift. Among the best Porters I’ve tasted. Perfect for a snowy night.

Bottle courtesy of ughsmash. Pours dark brown (almost black) with a thin dissipating light brown head. Smells of pronounced smoke, chocolate, touches of honey and caramel. Tastes slightly tarte with a nice underlying smokiness, lots of spices, thick layered dark malt, hints of coffee and a touch of bitterness. Mouthfeel is full and textured. Finish reveals hints of burnt molasses. Wow!

Nice tan head. There’s a smoky aroma for sure but not too much. Body is smooth as hell with the destinct flavor of Shlenkerla malts. Bacon-y and ham-my. Quite possibly as good as AK.