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A very smoothbeer. Adding vanilla flavorings to the porter helps to “round out” any remaining sharp flavor notes. Very complimentary to the coffee and dark chocolate flavors, the vanilla notes are like adding cream to your coffee. This one must be tried to be believed.
SUMMARY: The addition of subtle vanilla flavors to the regular Mad Malts Porter makes for a surprisingly delightful combination of tastes. (Description provided by company)
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ABV:
5.90% ABV
Availability Frequency:
year-round
Containers Available:
draft
Locations Where Available:
Alabama
Store/Serve Temperature:
close to 55 degrees F
Comments
Vanilla punch in the face
I've had vanilla infused beers which added a twist to the core flavors. The Brew Stooges' Vanilla Knucklehead Porter loudly announces the vanilla.
Although served in a plastic cup, you can't miss how dark this porter is. I vaguely recall there being a head, but see no white at all atop my beer.
Take a sniff: VANILLA! I kinda get the other porter, roasted smells but the vanilla demands the drinker's attention.
The taste is a bit more subtle with the vanilla, and the finish has a sweet chocolate flavor.
A nice porter variant.