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United States · Porter · 5.8% ABV
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Great Lakes Edmund Fitzgerald Porter if you want roasted depth and a classic Midwest benchmark,
State Park Porter if you want something lighter and more approachable.
Both sit at nearly identical IBU levels (33) and similar ABV, so the real difference is malt character and regional brewing philosophy. Edmund Fitzgerald leans into that full-bodied porter tradition; State Park feels more like a gateway into darker beers. Neither is a wrong choice—it depends on whether you're chasing complexity or ease.
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Tasting notes
Great Lakes Edmund Fitzgerald Porter
Edmund Fitzgerald hits you with genuine chocolate and coffee notes right up front—not artificial, but earned through solid grain work. There's a subtle roasted grain bitterness that lingers without overstaying its welcome. The body feels substantial but not heavy, and the finish is clean enough that you'll want another sip. This is a porter that knows what it is and doesn't apologize for it.
State Park Porter
State Park is softer—the roast is there, but it's more like a whisper than a shout. You get cocoa and a hint of dark fruit sweetness that makes it less intimidating if you're not deep into dark beers yet. It drinks almost easy, which is its whole point. The finish is smooth and doesn't linger aggressively, so it works as a session beer if you're staying for a few rounds.
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