Flying Dog is based out of Frederick, MD and is probably best known for
it’s IPA – Raging Bitch; as well as, their labels that are “Gonzo-style” in
tribute to Hunter S. Thompson. The
brewery was originally founded in Aspen, CO and Hunter S. Thompson lived in
nearby Woody Creek. Road Dog (6% ABV) is
an American Porter.
American Porter – description
- http://beeradvocate.com/beer/style/159
- Beeradvocate
Appearance – Pours brown
with red highlights and a two-finger head.
Aroma – Roast / toast from
the malts with a very light hop profile.
Taste – Road Dog is porter
and it not bad, but nothing stands out about it. It is not bad, but it is not not great.
Overall – B- / C+ - I would
rate this as average – it is not bad, it is not great.
Label description – "Blessed by Hunter S. Thompson...Dog Porter was our first beer to be illustrated
by Ralph Steadman. This is a dark, rich and malty beer, with hints of chocolate
and licorice resulting from the use of four prized malts. We also defended Road
Dog’s honor when the Colorado state liquor board tried to ban us from selling
it because “Good Beer, No Shit” was on the label. It took 5 years, but we won.”
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