Thursday, December 27, 2018

Oliphant Hunkboy The Robust Porter

Oliphant Hunkboy The Robust Porter. 6 % Alc./Vol. Oliphant Brewing, Somerset, WI.

More label art that I don't get. It's based on something, but what it is I don't know. It has something to do with elevators and bellboys, but beyond that I'm mystified.

Dark brown color, slim brown head. Looking the part.

In the nose: roasted malt takes the charge, with notes of coffee and cocoa behind. Rich, earthy, lovely. Note perfect.

In the mouth: Full bodied, full presence on the palate. More coffee than chocolate, at least at first. Dark malts aplenty. Moderate hop bitterness. Smooth, easy-drinking. Just about a just right porter, in all respects.

Robust Porter with subtle roasted chocolate notes.

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