Derailed Porter

◎ Appearance

Deep mahogany to near-black in color, with excellent clarity despite the wild yeast aging. A dense, tan head forms and clings to the glass with persistent lacing. Carbonation is gentle, befitting a cask-aged porter.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with ripe dark fruit—plum and blackberry—alongside subtle red berry notes. A funky, earthy character from nine months on Brettanomyces introduces leather and dried fruit complexity. Toasted malt and a whisper of Goldings hops provide gentle herbal balance without dominating.

◐ Taste

The palate is smooth and dry, with no harsh edges. Flavors of dark fruit and red berries emerge cleanly, followed by a structured bitterness from Goldings that integrates seamlessly rather than asserting itself. The seven-malt bill—anchored by Maris Otter and black malt—provides depth and a subtle cocoa undertone without sweetness.

◑ Finish

A medium-length finish with lingering earthy and funky notes from the Brettanomyces aging. The aftertaste remains dry, with gentle malt and berry whispers fading into a clean, slightly tannic dryness.