Vanilla porters can be deceptively tricky. Too little vanilla and it disappears into the malt. Too much and it overwhelms everything in its path. ’Nilla Porter lands comfortably in that sweet spot, offering something familiar yet just distinct enough to stand apart from the everyday porter lineup.
‘Nilla Porter
Lupulin Brewing ’Nilla Porter pours a deep brown, filling the glass with a huge head of frothy medium brown foam. The bubbles eventually burst and settle, leaving behind just a bit of lacing clinging to the walls of the glass.
The nose is inviting right away, with sweet roasty malt blending light coffee and chocolate. Creamy vanilla wafts through everything, smooth and aromatic without feeling artificial or heavy.
On the palate, creamy coffee and milk chocolate show up briefly before quickly taking a back seat to rich vanilla. Each sip brings another wave of vanilla sweetness, with only the most distant touch of roasty acidity peeking through before being washed away in the finish. It stays smooth and easy throughout, never demanding too much attention.
Thrilla In ‘Nilla
’Nilla Porter is a solid everyday beer that offers a gentle twist on a familiar style. At 5.25% ABV, it is easy to enjoy without feeling weighed down, delivering enough character to stay interesting while remaining approachable and comforting. It is a nice reminder that subtlety, when done well, can be just as rewarding as excess.