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Raincloud

Foolproof Brewing Company
United States·American Porter
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The perfect stay-at-home brew — dark, smooth, and a little mysterious. Brewed with chocolate and crystal malts and a subtle blend of European hops for a rich, rounded porter that rewards slow sipping.

ABV
5.8%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Roasted bitterness
SRM
dark32
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
roastedchocolatemalty
roasted
chocolate
malty
dark fruit
hoppy
coffee
Aroma
Roasted malt dominates the nose, grounded in cocoa and dark chocolate notes with subtle undercurrents of coffee and caramel.
also:caramel
not found:juicy,bready,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Raincloud

◎ Appearance

Deep mahogany-brown to nearly black in the glass, with the opacity and richness typical of the porter style. A modest tan head settles quickly, leaving delicate lacing that clings to the glass. The body appears full and dense, with minimal carbonation visible.

deep mahogany-brownopaquefine lacing

◌ Aroma

Roasted malt dominates the nose, grounded in cocoa and dark chocolate notes with subtle undercurrents of coffee and caramel. European noble hops provide a gentle herbal restraint in the background, while the overall impression remains earthy and composed rather than aggressive. No fruity esters or off-notes intrude.

roasted maltdark chocolate, cocoaherbal restraint

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and full-bodied, with chocolate and roasted grain providing the foundation. The mid-palate reveals layers of caramel sweetness balanced by measured bitterness and a subtle coffee character that emerges on the tongue. Bitterness remains gentle (35 IBU), allowing the malt complexity to shine without harshness.

smooth, maltychocolate-forwardbalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and lingering, with roasted malt and cocoa notes persisting into the aftertaste. A dry, slightly tannic quality suggests slow sipping and contemplation rather than rapid consumption.

lingering maltdry finish
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
80
Appearance
76
Finish
76
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 American Porter

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What is a American 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 American Porter

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