2008 Alaskan Smoked Porter

Alaska Smoked Porter

Alaskan Brewing Company, Juneau, Alaska
Style: Smoked Robust Porter
Serving Style: 22 oz. Bottle

Aroma: Smoke and roast with light caramel
Appearance: Black with a rich, creamy, off-white head.
Flavor: Nice balance of  meaty smoke, roast malt, and caramel. Expected stronger smoke character with a new release, but was pleasantly surprised by the balance. Low bitterness and no hop flavor.
Mouthfeel: Smooth and creamy, light carbonation.
Overall Impression: Lighter body than expected, but still huge in terms of flavor. Nice balance of smoke and malt. Nice beer that would go well with cured meats. I’ll take another, please. Oh…I’ve got another in the cupboard!

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  1. My friends and I tried the Smoked Porter when we spent the summer in Alaska. My friend Sarena pronounced that it tastes like bacon. I agreed.

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