King Porter Stomp
Cape May Brewing Co.
Story by:
Bev Blackwood
Baltic Porter
Limited Release
New Jersey
United States
Judges Ratings 91
Aroma: 22 / 24
Flavor: 37 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 8 / 10
Overall Impression: 18 / 20
Description
The smooth notes of natural chocolate in King Porter Stomp are in perfect syncopation with the five different malts that provide the bass line of this robust beast. Medium-bodied with a chocolate aroma, King Porter Stomp is smooth jazz in a can.
Beverage Profile
ABV: 7.40%
IBUs: 40
Served at: (55º)
Hops: Bravo
Malts: Pilsner, Melanoidin, Caramunich III, Carafa II, Carafa III
Judges Review
By James Link
Judges Ratings 91
Aroma: 22 / 24 / 24
Flavor: 37 / 40 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 8 / 10 / 10
Overall Impression: 18 / 20 / 20
King Porter Stomp was poured from a 12 ounce can into a pint glass and subsequently reviewed under the guidelines of the Beer Judge Certification Program as a 9C Baltic Porter.
A big tan head filled the glass and held even with a delicate pour. Mahogany in color and very clear when held up to light.
The aroma carried a deep chocolate malt bouquet with notes of dark fruit and a pleasant well defined vanilla bean character.
A flavor of rich chocolate malts accompanied by black current, molasses and vanilla created an enjoyable and complex taste profile which started sweet and then hurried to a dry finish. Roast was restrained and alcohol well-hidden which avoided harshness. Medium bodied and very smooth with proper conditioning.
A malty rich Baltic Porter without the sharpness from over roasted grains and higher levels of alcohol often found in other examples of this style.
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