Mocha Porter
12/16/04- Given to me from my fiancee as part of a winter warmer 10 pack purchased at Cost Plus in San Mateo, CA. Presentation- 12 oz bottle with no expiration date. Poured into my Steinlager pint glass. Appearance- A black and rather thick pour. Large head and average lacing. Smell- Dark chocolate, roasted malts and a bit of bitterness...hops? Taste- Huh? This is my first porter where I have tasted so many hops. Much more bitter than I expected and very dry going down. Lots of dark chocolate flavors milling around. Mouthfeel- Decent carbonation. Reminds me of a stout mouthfeel. Drinkability- One of the better porters I have had. The hops make it different and therefore a plus in my book. Will try again sometime soon.