Spy Porter
(Porter, 
5%)
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Originally produced as a winter seasonal called 'London Spy Porter' in 1999/2000, this fine beer is now permanent part of the lineup. The porter style is one of my favourites and this one measures up pretty well. A deep dark reddish-brown with a somewhat effervescent head. Warm malty nutty aroma and slight flavour of chocolate with lots of roasty malt, yet not overly heavy. Smooth and well-rounded, the finish is nicely placed between bitter and sweet. An excellent accompaniment to a hot steak and kidney pie on a cold winter's night. Does seem a tad over carbonated, though. Available in 650ml bottles only.
 
3/3/2006
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