The dark characters of the malt bill reflect the dark stormy sky at the beginning of the snowfall.

FORBES: Craft Beer of the Day - Snow Day by New Belgium

Today's porters are made a bit differently: Instead of blending in old beer, brewers enrich a lighter base beer with a dash of dark brown, caramel or coffee malt as well as, often, a liberal dose of potent American hops for extra kick.

WSJ: Porters Get Fresh | Half Full

It smells like cocoa powder, and bitter chocolate, and tastes of rich roasted malt, chocolate and coffee, with a hint of dark cherries.

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