Day 6: Brennan’s Original Irish Porter

Brewery Name: Brennan’s Brewery
Beer Style: Porter
ABV: 4.2%
Country: Ireland

Tasting Notes
Dive into the sensory experience of Brennan’s Original.

• Appearance: Pours a velvety dark brown with a creamy off-white head.
• Aroma: Cocoa aromas distinguished by earthy undertones.
• Flavour: Sweet caramel taste from the very first sip, with gentle chocolate flavours lingering to the last drop.
• Mouthfeel: Smooth and inviting, with a balanced sweetness that entices you to revisit and relish the nuanced pleasure of Brennan’s Original.

This porter offers a harmonious blend of cocoa and caramel flavours, delivering a rich and satisfying experience that lingers pleasantly on the palate.

About the Brewery: Brennan’s Brewery
Get to know the creators behind Brennan’s Original.

• History and Legacy: Brennan’s Brewery honours a family heritage of brewing, with years of testing and adapting unique techniques to deliver exceptional dark beers.
• Philosophy: Dedicated to crafting beers that respect traditional methods while embracing innovation to create distinctive and high-quality brews.
• Notable Creations: In addition to Brennan’s Original, the brewery offers Brennan’s Irish Stout (available in Keg from TheKegCru.ie), a velvety dark brown beer with a creamy off-white head, greeting you with a cocoa aroma distinguished by earthy undertones yielding to a sweet caramel taste from the very first sip.

The History of Porter
Explore the roots of this timeless beer style.

• Origins: Porter originated in London in the early 18th century, becoming popular among street and river porters, which led to its name.
• Evolution: Over time, porter evolved into various styles, including stouts and Baltic porters, with regional breweries adding their unique touches.
• Key Characteristics: Typically features a dark brown to black colour, with flavours of roasted malt, chocolate, and caramel, and an ABV ranging from 4% to 6.5%.
• Global Appeal: Today, porter is brewed worldwide, with craft breweries reviving traditional recipes and creating innovative variations.

If You Like This Beer, You Might Also Enjoy…
Expand your horizons within this style.

If Brennan’s Original excites your taste buds, you’ll love exploring other beers in this range. Here are a few recommendations:

• Rye River Brunch Baltic Porter by Rye River Brewing Company – A Baltic breakfast porter brewed with Canadian organic maple syrup, Rauch malt, golden naked oats, and locally roasted coffee, offering warming notes of maple, bacon, coffee, sweet porridge, and stout.
• Outer Place Deepspace Transmission Porter by Outer Place Brewing – An Export India Porter brewed to a recipe from 1855, delivering rich, creamy, roasty, and hoppy flavours.
• Kinnegar Yannaroddy Porter by Kinnegar Brewing – A 4.8% ABV porter known for its rich, traditional dark roasted malt flavours intertwined with an exotic hint of coconut, offering a unique blend of chocolate, coffee, and caramel notes with a light, approachable profile.

Discover these and more to continue your journey through the rich world of porters and stouts.

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