Porters are some of my favorites (especially during the fall through spring seasons), and seem to turn out well pretty consistently. Accretion Porter fits this trend. Details are below.

• The Basics
  • Original gravity = 1.058; final gravity = 1.020; abv = 5.0%; estimated IBU = 41
• Aroma
  • The aroma is exceptionally malty, with a grainy and roasty character to it., and a touch of coffee. Delicious!
• Appearance
  • The beer is a deep, deep chocolate brown, with a light brown head that pours tall and settles down to a thin but persistant blanket over the beer.
• Flavor
  • The roasty maltiness has a nice chocolate and coffee flavor. The hops have a gentle background flavor, with the slight herbal/woody component so classic for Northern Brewer.
• Mouthfeel
  • This is a beer with moderate body and a smooth and pleasant, but moderately dry, finish. The carbonation is maybe a touch higher than I need (contributing to a perception of the beer being drier than it actually is).
• Would I brew this again?
  • This is a pretty nice beer across the board; maybe a little drier and more carbonated than is needed, but the overall impression is exceptionally drinkable. I like this one!
• Overall rating
  • 7.5/10