Don Picante
Fieldwork Brewing Company in Berkeley, California, United States πΊπΈ
Porter - Smoked Regular|
Score
6.77
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A dark and smoldering character, Don Picante opens with layers of smoke from a trio of specialty malts, all with their own smoke profiles; rich, woody, and complex without ever wandering into campfire or bacon territory. Beneath the smoke, roasted malt notes hum steadily, setting the stage for the slow reveal of chipotle peppers. At first sip, the heat is subtle, just a hint at the edge of the palate. But with each drink, the warmth builds until it settles into a smooth, lingering glow. Not overpowering like you would expect, just a masterful balance of smoke, roast, and spice that invites you back for another go.
Contains: Smoked Malt, Chipotle Peppers
Contains: Smoked Malt, Chipotle Peppers
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6.3/10
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Appearance 7
Aroma 6.5
Flavor 6
Texture 6
Overall 6
Tap in San Mateo
Tried
on 21 Jun 2026
at 14:39
7.5/10
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Appearance 8
Aroma 8
Flavor 7
Texture 6
Overall 8
Draft. Brown beer with a tan head. Smoke aroma. Smoke and chili flavor with malt. Medium bodied. Smoke and chili linger with light caramel.
Tried
on 21 Nov 2025
at 21:25