San Francisco's famous Anchor Steam®, the classic of American brewing tradition since 1896, is virtually handmade, with an exceptional respect for the ancient art of brewing. The deep amber color, thick creamy head, and rich flavor all testify to our traditional brewing methods. Anchor Steam is unique, for our brewing process has evolved over many decades and is like no other in the world.
Anchor Steam derives its unusual name from the 19th century when "steam" seems to have been a nickname for beer brewed on the West Coast of America under primitive conditions and without ice. The brewing methods of those days are a mystery and, although there are many theories, no one can say with certainty why the word "steam" came to be associated with beer. For many decades Anchor alone has used this quaint name for its unique beer. In modern times, "Steam" has become a trademark of Anchor Brewing.
Beer Ratings and Reviews:
[1] Review by funk from grand forks, ND, USA who has tried this beer a couple times. (10/14/2008 8:13:40 PM)
"Probably the best beer for its style. Always a good choice when offered on tap (although that isn't very frequent in ND). Smooth and drinkable with a nice hop kick to it."
Aroma:
8/10
Appearance:
8/10
Mouthfeel:
8/10
Flavor:
8/10
Overall:
8/10
Final Rating, by Style:
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Sampled: Bottle, Forced Draught Sample Size: 12oz @ $1.59 Unit Cost: $2.12 per Pint
[2] Review by StBlues from Lubbock, TX, USA who has tried this beer a couple times. (9/10/2008 11:07:54 PM)
"This beer poured a crystal clear copper with an almost white head. I noted a fresh bread/malt aroma. Mouth feel is light with moderate carbonation. The flavor is malt sweetness, hits a solid hops bite on the back of the palate with pepper. Aftertaste is fairly dry and sour. Overall, quite drinkable."
Aroma:
6/10
Appearance:
6/10
Mouthfeel:
6/10
Flavor:
7/10
Overall:
6/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(3.1)
Sampled: Bottle Sample Size: 12oz @ $2 Unit Cost: $2.67 per Pint
[3] Review by Edenic from Abbotsford, Canada who has tried this beer a couple times. (8/3/2008 7:23:29 AM)
"A really good brew. Defiently a favourite brewed on the west coast. A very nice amber, golden brown colour. With, again, a generous fluffy head. The aroma was tame, and mildly malty. I tasted alittle bit of caramel, and oak taste. "
Aroma:
7/10
Appearance:
8/10
Mouthfeel:
7/10
Flavor:
9/10
Overall:
8/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(3.9)
Sampled: Bottle Sample Size: 355oz @ $1.42 Unit Cost: $0.06 per Pint
[4] Review by Timmyk77 from Overland Park, KS, USA who has tried this beer many times. (7/26/2008 10:12:52 PM)
"From a bottle. Pours a clear dark copper with a thick white head. Aroma is sweet and malty, and probably one of the best smelling beers I've had. Flavor is light, but not too light. Nice bitter undertone. Excellent beer, and one I don't know why I don't buy more of."
Aroma:
9/10
Appearance:
8/10
Mouthfeel:
8/10
Flavor:
8/10
Overall:
8/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(4.1)
Sampled: Bottle
Value of this beer for its style: Not Sure
[5] Review by pfoxyjohn from Watertown, WI, USA who has tried this beer a couple times. (7/18/2008 1:39:47 AM)
"Haven't had one of these in many years, but the first taste reminded me of what a good beer this is. A beautiful pour, nice clear light copper color with a moderate off-white head. Somewhat of a sour aroma among the malt. Spritely mouthfeel, taste is sour-bitter with substantial malt flavor as well, but a robust-aggressive character that truley is unique. MUSIC: 'Come Back From San Francisco' by Magnetic Fields"
Aroma:
6/10
Appearance:
8/10
Mouthfeel:
7/10
Flavor:
8/10
Overall:
8/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(3.7)
Sampled: Bottle
Value of this beer for its style: Not Sure
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