Porters — The Dark Horses of Beer

Steve's Beer Preferences: prophets of the dark arts

As a connoisseur of all things beer, I, Steve, have a deep and abiding love for porters. These dark, mysterious brews have a depth and complexity that's hard to find in other beer styles. And, let's be honest, the name alone is a great conversation starter at any beer gathering.

Top 3 Porters for the Adventurous

• 1. Founders - Breakfast Stout - A beer that's not for the faint of heart (or stomach)
• 2. Bellows - Black 11 - A porter that's as bold as a blacksmith's hammer
• 3. Firestone - Smoked Porter - A beer that's like a campfire in a glass - it's a real hoot!

So, which one will you choose? Will you brave the darkness or stick with something a little more familiar? Either way, I'll be here, sipping on a pint of Founders' Breakfast Stout, ready to guide you through the world of porters.

Want more? Check out:

• The Art of Porter
• The History of Porters
• Steve's Beer Preferences: Stouts