Typically the base for the smoke porter beer style is a robust porter that is given smoky depth thanks to wood-smoked malt. Traditionally, brewers will cite the specific wood used to smoke the malt, and different woods will lend different flavors to the finished product. Smoke flavors dissipate over time.
Smoke Porter
Category: Porters
Food Pairings
- Grilled Sausage
- Red Dragon Cheddar
- S'mores
Commercial Examples
- Smoked Porter, Alaskan Brewing Co.
- Smoked Porter, Stone Brewing Co.
- Smoked Porter, Epic Brewing Co.,
Appearance
Color
Dark Brown to Black
Clarity
Varies
Carbonation (Visual)
Varies
Flavor/Aroma
Alcohol
Varies
Hop
Hop aroma and flavor are not perceived to medium. Hop bitterness is medium to medium-high
Malt
Black malt character can be perceived in some porters, while others may be absent of strong roasted character. Medium to high malt sweetness, caramel and chocolate are acceptable
Esters
Fruity-ester aroma is acceptable. A mild to assertive smoke malt aroma will be in balance with other aroma characters
Phenols
Not common to style
Sensations
Body
Soft
Carbonation
Low to High
Finish Length
Medium to Long
Attenuation
Medium - High
Ingredients
Hops
Kent Goldings, Willamette
Malt
Crystal, Chocolate, Black Patent
Water
Varies
Yeast
Ale
