Box Steam Big Big Train Porter

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alc./vol:
4.5%

Proof:
9°

Vintage:
Non-vintage

Aged:
No age statement

Category: Porter

Product of: Product of United Kingdom United Kingdom

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Described by the brewer as “a bittersweet dark porter”, Big Big Train was brewed from and is named after the progressive rock band of the same name. Released November 2014.

Review and Tasting

Sampled on 21/12/2013

Appearance

Clear, deep brown (almost black) with thin beige head and minimal lacing.

Aroma

Chocolate, mocha coffee and molasses with faint dung.

Taste

Bittersweet, bitter dark chocolate, espresso coffee and heavily toasted malt with molasses and vanilla.

Aftertaste

Burnt toast and espresso.

Further product information

Barcode UPC: 5 060167 349973 >
Bottle Size: 700 ml
Closure: Crown cap

More about Box Steam Big Big Train

Produced by Box Steam Brewery

Produced by Box Steam Brewery

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