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Dark Fruits Porter

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Burgundy-black and velvety smooth, with roasted nut and spice undertones beneath a swell of dark fruit – blackcurrant and blackberry among it – and a sweeter finish. Rich and complex at 4.4% on cask. Maris Otter, crystal, wheat, pale chocolate and black malts meet Goldings, Bobek and Challenger hops. It is available all year round.

ABV
4.4%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter26 IBU
Roasted bitterness
SRM
dark48
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
dark fruitroastednutty
dark fruit
roasted
nutty
berry
chocolate
spicy
Aroma
Dark berry aromatics lead the nose—blackcurrant and blackberry dominate immediately.
also:coffee,malty
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Dark Fruits Porter

◎ Appearance

Deep burgundy-black in color with velvety opacity and excellent depth. A dense, creamy head forms and clings persistently to the glass walls, leaving distinct lacing with each sip. The cask presentation delivers a naturally soft carbonation that complements the rich visual presence.

burgundy-blackvelvety opacitypersistent head lacing

◌ Aroma

Dark berry aromatics lead the nose—blackcurrant and blackberry dominate immediately. Beneath the fruit, roasted nut undertones emerge alongside subtle spice, with gentle hints of pale chocolate and toasted grain. The Goldings, Bobek, and Challenger hops contribute restrained, earthy complexity without overwhelming the malt-driven bouquet.

dark berriesroasted nutschocolate and spice

◐ Taste

The palate enters smooth and full-bodied, with blackcurrant and blackberry flavors layering over roasted malt complexity. Mid-palate reveals nutty character and subtle chocolate notes, while the hop selection provides a gentle, restrained bitterness that integrates seamlessly. The finish carries a pleasant sweetness that balances the darker roasted elements without cloying.

smooth mouthfeelfruit-forward mid-palateintegrated bitterness

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is clean and warming, with lingering dark fruit and subtle chocolate notes fading gracefully. At 4.4 ABV, the finish remains light and approachable despite the beer's complexity and richness.

clean fadewarming finish
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
75
Serve at 10–13°C

Serve at 10–13°C. Too cold mutes the roasted complexity that makes a good porter worth drinking slowly.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Drink within 6–12 months for best results. Baltic Porters can be aged longer.

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About Porter

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Porter?

Porters are dark ales with 4–6.5% ABV and IBU 18–35. Roasted malt brings chocolate, caramel and toffee — medium body with a clean finish.

Finding a similar Porter

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