Brewery: Arundel
Style: Porter
ABV: 5.5%
Location: Arundel, West Sussex
Colour: Dark ruby, a tan coloured head with a one finger width when poured.
Aroma: Winey, some mild fruity notes of plum, raisin and figs, along with a hint of chocolate.
Taste: Distinctly sweet, notes of caramel and chocolate with a slight bitterness. Some lacing from the foam. A thick viscous mouthfeel, with a touch of creaminess. Low levels of carbonation present, very malty. A hint of roasted malt coming through the background. A touch of wine notes, which suggest strength given it’s ABV but it’s not too pronounced for it to be too noticeable.
Verdict: An indifferent beer, the sweetness is a tad overwhelming, it overtakes the other flavours in the drink to the point it becomes an unnecessary distraction. The balance is all wrong with this drink, not really sure how it could be labelled a traditional Porter.
Rating: 6/10
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