The beer is charcoal-hued, with a very
durable and dense eggshell head. The aroma is sweet, with cocoa and malt
leanings. For flavour, there is a pronounced chocolate bent, lended
extra sweetness and richness by the barrel aging process. The result is a
smooth and nicely balanced porter. It’s strength is pretty nice and the
flavour is quite elegant without going to hard on the wood-aging, which
is often a risk when brewers get barrel happy. Instead, by aging this
ale judiciously, the result is a woody accent and a pretty decent bitter
coffee finish.
Hey, Porter! is a tasty release from one of the mainstays of Toronto’s craft brewing scene. Flavourful and well-made, it's a credit to a Junction.
Rating: 8.5 out of 10.
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