Original Flag Porter
I happen to be a big porter fan, and the more porters I taste, the more I enjoy coming back to this one. I consider it to be a great example of the style. Color: Chocolate to deep red, holds a head for moderate amount of time. Smell: Roasted nuttiness, mellow sweetness Taste: Flavorful roasted malt, without being overpowering. Slightly hoppy finish, but no nasty aftertaste. Mouthfeel: A little thinner than some other porters, but full-bodied enough to hold interest in your mouth. Drinkability: Really the defining quality of this beer - so easy to finish a bottle and then miss the taste 10 minutes later. Overall: Plenty of contrasting flavors, mixing together without fighting in the mouth, light carbonation, medium body. An all-around great beer.