Noordt Simcoe Porter

◎ Appearance

Deep brown to near-black color with excellent clarity and a tight, persistent tan head that leaves defined lacing on the glass. The body is full and opaque, with modest carbonation visible as a fine bead rising through the liquid.

◌ Aroma

Pronounced roasted malt character leads the nose, with dark chocolate and cocoa undertones. A secondary wave of dark stone fruit—plum and raisin—emerges alongside subtle coffee notes. Simcoe hops add a restrained floral and citrus accent that refreshes without dominating.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with rich, toasted malz flavors that build into dark fruit sweetness and a gentle coffee bitterness in the mid-palate. Simcoe hops provide a crisp, citrusy counterpoint that cuts through the density without harshness. The body is smooth and full without heaviness, with moderate bitterness resolving cleanly.

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and moderately long, with lingering roasted notes and a faint hoppy brightness that gradually fades. No harshness or astringency remains.