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Baltic-Style Porter

Milwaukee Brewing Baltic Porter

Submitted by tom.byrne on Tue, 05/31/2011 - 9:28am
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Substyle - Robust Porter
Brewed By: 
Milwaukee Brewing
Self-Defined Style: 
Baltic Porter
Strength (ABV): 
7.0% ABV

Milwaukee Brewing Co’s take on a classic European style, Baltic Porters are the stronger lager fermented cousin of the classic London Porter. The higher strength and cold fermentation help to create a smooth less fruity porter rich in roasted malt flavors and aromas. The Baltic Porter from the Milwaukee Brewing Co has deep brown hue with a light caramel head. Toffee and milk chocolate dominate the flavor with subtle hints of dried fruit. One month of aging in Bourbon Barrels imparted a layer of vanilla and oak.

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Porter is an excellent accompaniment to shellfish, particularly steamed oysters and clams. Robust porter and Baltic porter pairs extremely well with chocolate and cream based desserts.

8 Wired The Big Smoke

Submitted by tom.byrne on Wed, 05/11/2011 - 1:45pm
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Product - 8 Wired The Big Smoke
Brewed By: 
8 Wired
Self-Defined Style: 
Smoked Porter
Strength (ABV): 
6.2% ABV

Now what is this? A smoked beer?? It really isn’t as crazy as it sounds. 250 years ago virtually all beers were smoked (it’s true, Google it!), but with the dawning of the industrial revolution most of the smoke lifted. However, in the German town of Bamberg the flame has quite literally been kept alive and to this day the town’s brewers produce world renowned beers brewed with their own special rauchmalz (beechwood smoked malt). We’ve taken our best porter recipe and added a good measure of that same Bamberg Rauchmalz.

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The hearty, smoky character of these beers makes them exceptional food beers. They pair beautifully with all manner of smoked meats, cheeses, and fish, and will impart a delicate smokiness into non-smoked foods.

Black Diamond Peak XV Imperial Porter

Submitted by tom.byrne on Wed, 04/27/2011 - 6:18pm
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Product - Black Diamond Peak XV Imperial Porter
Brewed By: 
Black Diamond
Self-Defined Style: 
Imperial Porter
Strength (ABV): 
8.0% ABV

What compels a journey- Beyond the realm of possibilities? Peak XV- The Earth’s highest mountain- Was first measured in 1856, then renamed Mt. Everest nine years later. In 20 years the ascent was proposed, but it would be another 68 years (and several unsuccessful attempts later) before the summit was finally reached. In admiration of the human spirit and the courage required to accomplish this supreme feat, we offer this dark towering brew.

Best With: 
Porter is an excellent accompaniment to shellfish, particularly steamed oysters and clams. Robust porter and Baltic porter pairs extremely well with chocolate and cream based desserts.

Rock Bottom Pittsburgh Baltic Porter

Submitted by tom.byrne on Thu, 04/07/2011 - 4:15pm
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Substyle - Baltic-Style Porter
Brewed By: 
Rock Bottom Pittsburgh
Self-Defined Style: 
Baltic Porter

Cigar City Soggy Loaf Pumpernickel Rye Porter

Submitted by tom.byrne on Thu, 03/31/2011 - 1:56pm
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Substyle - Baltic-Style Porter
Brewed By: 
Cigar City
Self-Defined Style: 
Rye Porter

A robust porter brewed with rye and black caraway.

Best With: 
Porter is an excellent accompaniment to shellfish, particularly steamed oysters and clams. Robust porter and Baltic porter pairs extremely well with chocolate and cream based desserts.

Cigar City Puppy’s Breath Porter

Submitted by tom.byrne on Thu, 03/31/2011 - 1:51pm
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Product - Cigar City Puppy’s Breath Porter
Brewed By: 
Cigar City
Self-Defined Style: 
Imperial Porter
Strength (ABV): 
8.0% ABV

A robust porter that was made only in a small amount during the very beginnings of the brewery as a test batch. For those who were hanging about during this time you might have gotten to give it a try but even I haven’t had this beer, just heard about it with very excited tones from those who have.

Best With: 
Porter is an excellent accompaniment to shellfish, particularly steamed oysters and clams. Robust porter and Baltic porter pairs extremely well with chocolate and cream based desserts.

Cigar City José Martí American Porter

Submitted by tom.byrne on Thu, 03/31/2011 - 1:23pm
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Product - Cigar City José Martí American Porter
Brewed By: 
Cigar City
Self-Defined Style: 
Imperial Porter
Strength (ABV): 
8.0% ABV

An aggressively hopped robust porter named for the Cuban national hero who also spent a significant amount of time in Tampa and gained prominence in Latin American literature from the poetry, essays, and publications he contributed to in his lifetime.

Best With: 
Porter is an excellent accompaniment to shellfish, particularly steamed oysters and clams. Robust porter and Baltic porter pairs extremely well with chocolate and cream based desserts.

Stoudt's 2X Chocolate Porter

Submitted by tom.byrne on Mon, 03/07/2011 - 2:58pm
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Product - Stoudt's 2X Chocolate Porter
Brewed By: 
Stoudt's
Self-Defined Style: 
Chocolate Porter
Strength (ABV): 
7.0% ABV
Bitterness (IBU): 
27 IBU

This rich full bodied porter was created using several types of specially roasted malts to give it a deep, dark color, with bold notes of chocolate being the predominant flavor. Hop bitterness and aroma are are on the low side to help with accent the malt character even more. The beer finishes slightly sweet with a warmly, smooth creaminess.

Best With: 
Porter is an excellent accompaniment to shellfish, particularly steamed oysters and clams. Robust porter and Baltic porter pairs extremely well with chocolate and cream based desserts.

Great Divide Smoked Baltic Porter

Submitted by tom.byrne on Thu, 03/03/2011 - 2:59pm
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Product - Great Divide Smoked Baltic Porter
Brewed By: 
Great Divide
Self-Defined Style: 
Smoked Baltic Porter
Strength (ABV): 
6.2% ABV

Smoked Baltic Porter is the sultry sister of a storied style. Brewed with traditional German malts and hops, this dark lager gets its special twist from a hefty addition of Bamberg smoked malt. This smoldering, medium-bodied lager is sure to please.

The hearty, smoky character of these beers makes them exceptional food beers. They pair beautifully with all manner of smoked meats, cheeses, and fish, and will impart a delicate smokiness into non-smoked foods.

Best With: 
Porter is an excellent accompaniment to shellfish, particularly steamed oysters and clams. Robust porter and Baltic porter pairs extremely well with chocolate and cream based desserts.

Boulder Beer Bourbon-Barrel Vanilla Porter

Submitted by msimpson@boulde... on Mon, 02/28/2011 - 1:49pm
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Substyle - American-Style Imperial Stout
Brewed By: 
Boulder
Self-Defined Style: 
Bourbon Barrel-Aged Vanilla Porter
Best With: 
Porter is an excellent accompaniment to shellfish, particularly steamed oysters and clams. Robust porter and Baltic porter pairs extremely well with chocolate and cream based desserts.
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