Supplier: St Andrews Wine Company
Hadn't heard about this brewery until recently but has been going since 2012 I think, and was ranked third in "RateBeers' best new breweries in the world" in 2013. What caught my eye was the amazing artwork on the bottle (see below), this is an example of care and creativity going into marketing (not just trying to find what sells best). They have a limited range (usually a good sign as it is in restaurants) and this is their Smoked Porter that uses Slovene and American hops. I served this at room temperature.
Hadn't heard about this brewery until recently but has been going since 2012 I think, and was ranked third in "RateBeers' best new breweries in the world" in 2013. What caught my eye was the amazing artwork on the bottle (see below), this is an example of care and creativity going into marketing (not just trying to find what sells best). They have a limited range (usually a good sign as it is in restaurants) and this is their Smoked Porter that uses Slovene and American hops. I served this at room temperature.
Appearance: An impenetrable black with a large mocha colour head that shrinks but lasts for quite some time.
Aroma: An acrid Marmite like smell mixed with chocolate. There is also a savoury note that is similar to soy sauce.
Flavour: Surprisingly refreshing on the front, this leads to a chocolate and burnt toast taste.
Body: Nice and silky smooth, with perfect carbonation
Aftertaste: Bitterness from the burnt flavour dominates here making it less pleasant, this flavour also clings to your tongue. Some smokey notes and some fresh fruit notes are present (something like apple juice).
Overall: Therefore this gets a rating of 5, a good beer technically but too much roasted notes in it.
Price Range: £3.30 for a 330ml bottle, would be a good price for someone who liked these flavours a lot. It is a good beer so I would be keen to get one of their other three beers.
Food Pairings: Something heart and something spicy, maybe like a Chorizo stew.
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