Pours dark brown with a short lived tan colored head. Light penetration through the glass reveals a dark red hue. Smells like vanilla and malts. In other words, this porter smells good. Big vanilla flavor, with notes of toasted malts and a subtle hint of chocolate. The medium carbonation creates a nice creaminess to this brew. Melted vanilla/ coffee ice cream finish, ending with just a whisper of maple.
Another nice winter offering from Lienenkugel. I suppose I’ll forgive them for not bringing back Fireside Nut Brown this winter. What I will not forgive them for is including that Lemon Berry Shandy in their Winter Variety 12 pack. A disgusting failure that ranks at the bottom of the wine cooler barrel.
Cheers!!!
