Smuttynose Robust Porter

Brewer's Notes: This hearty, mahogany colored ale is brewed to evoke the dark, full-bodied ales that were a favorite of dockworkers and warehousemen (hence the name “Porter”) in 19th century London. It is a good bet that when Dickens’ Mr. Pickwick sat down for a pint, we would have been drinking an ale much like our Robust Porter.This is a smooth and very drinkable beer, characterized by its well-balanced malt and hops, plus subtle notes of coffee and chocolate.

29 Oct. 2020
Robust Porter is a fine beer. It delivers a strong dose of chocolate and smoke but doesn't go crazy. Probably too simple to rate 6 glasses. It will be a regular in my rotation.

I feared that the beer would not be as good as I remembered. Smuttynose declared bankruptcy a while ago and distribution in VA stopped for a while. The only difference I noticed is that the brewery is using cans now instead of glass bottles for Finest Kind and Robust Porter. I view the change as a feature, not a flaw.

Beeradvocate classifies it as a Robust Porter. In this classification a Robust Porter is between Brown Porter and Stout.

Rating = 5 glasses

(1005)
Last of the 6. Upgraded from 4 to 5 glasses after following it with Stockyard Oatmeal Stout. 

Rating = 5 glasses

(1003) Flavorful, easy drinking, and nice smokey bite at finish. A dry Irish stout? May rate 5 glasses. 

Rating= 4 glasses