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Description
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Porters are dark, slightly sweeter ales, but still a little hoppy, made with roasted malt. Historically, Porters were the predecessors of Stouts, and originated in London around 1730, becoming the most popular style of beer in England by the end of the 18th century. However, the fashion for the Pale Ales of Burton-upon-Trent in the mid-19th century ended the popularity of Porters, and it’s only in recent years that this style has undergone a renaissance.
Stouts are one of the classic types of ale, which are traditionally very dark, heavy, well-hopped and bitter, with a dry palate, thick creamy head and a good grainy taste thanks to the use of dark roasted barley malt in the brew.
Traditionally, Porters are less dark and fruitier than Stouts, with the latter tending to be darker with a more roasted flavour, although the distinction between the two has eroded in recent years, and now often depends on the judgement of the brewer in question. Milk Stouts are a sweeter version of Stouts using lactose for sweetness, and there are now a wide range of flavours of Stouts and Porters thanks to the brewers’ skills, such as vanilla, coffee and salted caramel marshmallow, examples of which are available at this festival.
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