Sunday, June 2, 2013

Embree’s Northern Dark: Review

Cincinnati Beer Week 2013 Beer


Collaboration of local breweries
Brewed and bottled by: Rivertown Brewing Company
Baltic Porter
10.94% abv
I thought it was closer to 11%


Appearance: black body with a cola edge with a tan half finger head

Aroma: dark fruit that reminds me of fig; mild-medium roasted coffee; just a touch of toasted caramel; touch of mocha; hint of sour mash


Flavors: nice dark fruits on the mid and aftertaste – raisin and fig; medium coffee; just a touch of bitterness that reminds me of a 70% dark chocolate bitterness; there is a tart note on the back and aftertaste; nothing really stands out; lack character

Mouthfeel: medium body; mild carbonation; smooth feel; alcohol does not stand out – just a little warmth; aftertaste seems short; lacks depth


To the Point: easy to drink for a 10.94 abv; nice tasting; fun to review but nothing special when just sitting back and sipping; if I was going to give it a grade I’d give it a B or B-


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