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Wasted Degrees Brewing Chipotle Porter
This English Porter from Wasted Degrees Brewing offers a sophisticated marriage of traditional British malt complexity and a subtle, warming infusion. It presents deep layers of rich, toasted biscuit and chocolate, underpinned by a distinctive smokey edge derived from the chipotle. The roast character is restrained yet impactful, avoiding harshness while providing a sturdy backbone for the earthy, dark-fruit esters characteristic of the style. The result is a balanced, approachable dark ale where the pepper's savory smoke complements the nutty toffee notes, leading to a smooth, lingering finish that highlights both malt sweetness and a gentle, spicy prickle.
Appearance. Deep mahogany to dark brown with ruby-red highlights. It exhibits good clarity despite its depth of color, topped with a moderate, persistent light tan head that leaves delicate lacing.
Aroma. Moderate intensity featuring a bready, biscuity malt base intertwined with notes of milk chocolate and toasted nuts. A distinct savory smokiness emerges early, carrying a hint of dried pepper skin. Low earthy hop notes and a touch of dark stone fruit esters round out the profile.
Taste. Initial impressions are of sweet caramel and toffee, followed by rich toasted malt and moderate chocolate roastiness. The chipotle adds a layered smokey complexity and a low, earthy spice. Hop bitterness is medium-low, providing balance against the malt. The finish is slightly dry with lingering notes of roasted grain and a whisper of smoke.
Mouthfeel. Medium body with a light, creamy texture that coats the palate. Carbonation is moderate, providing a gentle lift. At 5.4% ABV, there is a subtle, pleasant warmth enhanced by the chipotle spice.
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WASTED DEGREES CHIPOTLE PORTER
Description An iconic Wasted Degrees beer. Brewed with smoky chipotle chili peppers, cacao nibs, an ...ng that smoky character. Made with a blend of cacao husks from Madagascar, Colombia and Virunga supplied by local chocolatier Explore Chocolate (Pitlochry). 5% / 440ml ...
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An iconic Wasted Degrees beer. Brewed with smoky chipotle chili peppers, cacao nibs, and cacao husks. Dark & rich, the spice from the peppers being tamed by the chocolate, but retaining that smoky character. Made with a blend of cacao husks from Madagascar, Colombia and Virunga supplied by local chocolatier Explore Chocolate (Pitlochry).
5% / 440ml
An iconic Wasted Degrees beer. Brewed with smoky chipotle chili peppers, cacao nibs, and cacao husks. Dark & rich, the spice from the peppers being tamed by the chocolate, but retaining that smoky character. Made with a blend of cacao husks from Madagascar, Colombia and Virunga supplied by local chocolatier Explore Chocolate (Pitlochry).
5% / 440ml
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Wasted Degrees Chipotle Porter
Description Brewed with smoky chipotle chili peppers, cacao nibs, and cacao husks. Dark & rich, ... the spice from the peppers is tamed by the chocolate, but retains that smoky character. 5% 440ml can Contains barley, wheat. Vegan.
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Description
Brewed with smoky chipotle chili peppers, cacao nibs, and cacao husks. Dark & rich, the spice from the peppers is tamed by the chocolate, but retains that smoky character.
5%
440ml can
Contains barley, wheat. Vegan.
Brewed with smoky chipotle chili peppers, cacao nibs, and cacao husks. Dark & rich, the spice from the peppers is tamed by the chocolate, but retains that smoky character.
5%
440ml can
Contains barley, wheat. Vegan.
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