McSorley's Dark Lager - Pabst Brewing Company

beergorrilla

Michigan

3/5  rDev -7.4%

05-22-2013 06:05:14 | More by beergorrilla

gshackles

New York

3.5/5  rDev +8%

05-05-2013 19:54:53 | More by gshackles

Zaphog

Michigan

3/5  rDev -7.4%

01-14-2013 02:30:15 | More by Zaphog

gjohn3707

Pennsylvania

3.5/5  rDev +8%

01-06-2013 02:25:25 | More by gjohn3707

chefduff2

New York

2/5  rDev -38.3%

01-05-2013 21:48:48 | More by chefduff2

Vonstein15

Ohio

3.25/5  rDev +0.3%

11-13-2012 02:01:19 | More by Vonstein15

Stinger80OH

Ohio

4/5  rDev +23.5%

07-22-2012 13:35:19 | More by Stinger80OH

kylemckinnis

Oregon

2.75/5  rDev -15.1%

07-08-2012 19:35:24 | More by kylemckinnis

whatupbird

New York

5/5  rDev +54.3%

06-14-2012 15:21:37 | More by whatupbird

buffalobeerfan

New York

2.75/5  rDev -15.1%

03-18-2012 23:23:06 | More by buffalobeerfan

M27

New Jersey

3.5/5  rDev +8%

02-17-2012 01:25:17 | More by M27

ahbaggins

New Jersey

2/5  rDev -38.3%

01-10-2012 01:58:16 | More by ahbaggins

kelvarnsen

Ontario (Canada)

4/5  rDev +23.5%

11-30-2011 18:13:16 | More by kelvarnsen

nmann08

Maryland

3/5  rDev -7.4%

11-28-2011 23:18:32 | More by nmann08

danoeltico

North Carolina

3.48/5  rDev +7.4%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3 | overall: 3.5

Had on tap at Meehan's in downtown Atlanta. Served in two 10oz mugs.

Black color with little head on either glass and no lacing. Had a slightly malty and a touch of hops aroma. Kind of reminded me of a scotch ale in aroma. Not too sweet and also got just a touch of molasses on the taste when sipped. Was nice and light in taste, was lighter in taste then what it looks. Enjoyed this and would get again.

Serving type: on-tap

10-05-2011 04:38:49 | More by danoeltico

beertunes

Washington

3.4/5  rDev +4.9%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5

Served in bubble pint glass. Poured a very dark brown, almost black, barely translucent, with about a half inch of dark tan head that had good retention and light lacing.

The aroma was slightly sweet malt upfront with a just a bit of grain in the background. The flavors were on the smoky and peaty side with a nice malt foundation.

The body was fuller than I expected and nicely smooth and easy. Drinkability was pretty good, I'd accept this as a go-to. Overall, a slightly surprisingly good little beer. Certainly worth a shot if you see it.

Serving type: on-tap

06-15-2011 02:32:06 | More by beertunes

CuriousMonk

Virginia

3/5  rDev -7.4%
look: 3 | smell: 2.5 | taste: 3 | feel: 3 | overall: 3.5

Poured in a glass mug many a-time at McSorley's Tavern in NYC. Black pour with thin tan head. Aroma is licorice, tobacco, soy and roasted malts. Taste mixes the same - just in a really bland form. Nothing unpleasant - but comes off a little muted after a pungent aroma. Very little aftertaste- little ashy. Medium to thin bodied.

Serving type: on-tap

02-02-2011 19:00:47 | More by CuriousMonk

nickd717

California

3.18/5  rDev -1.9%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3 | taste: 3 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5

Is this the "dark" at McSorley's in NYC? Hard to tell. Move this review if necessary I guess.

Dark mahogany brown pour with a lasting two finger light tan head.

Earthy and roasty aroma with some hoppiness evident.

Grainy and roasty earth notes with caramel and some anise on the flavor. Decent.

Smooth on the mouthfeel with medium body and soft carbonation.

A pretty average nebulous "dark" beer in my opinion. Drinkable at least.

Serving type: on-tap

01-21-2011 19:06:41 | More by nickd717

kwjd

Ontario (Canada)

3.5/5  rDev +8%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5

I believe this is the "dark" at McSorley's Ale House in New York City. Pours a medium brown colour with half of the glass being head. Nice head retention and lacing over much of the glass. Smells of chocolate and roasted malt. Sweet flavour from the malt. Pretty much this is like a light stout. Medium bodied carbonation. I had a few of these, quite easy to drink. I wouldn't seek this out, but I wouldn't pass up on this either.

Serving type: on-tap

01-09-2011 14:17:38 | More by kwjd

HUXC

New York

3.85/5  rDev +18.8%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4

S- On tap at McSorley's

A- Very thick dark brown color with about two fingers of tan head.

S- Smells of burnt malt and a hint of chocolate coffee.

T- Tastes of dark roasted malt and an after taste and bite of strong spices.With the atmosphere at McSorley's you cant help but enjoy the taste of this beer.

M- All beers coming from the tap are smoother and better tasting then from out of a bottle or can.

D- The beer is a bit thick and dark but all in all an easy delightful beverage.

Serving type: on-tap

09-14-2010 03:01:09 | More by HUXC

Lexluthor33

New York

3.53/5  rDev +9%
look: 4 | smell: 3 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4

black color with a two inch head and a small lace.
The aroma of was light caramel hint,some light hops,malts with fruit hints.

The taste begins with a crisp,caramel and malt bite,but not too sweet or bitter. Caramel is light. Some mild fruit tones.

The feel is rich,smooth with a very good balance. Carbonation is just right.

Notes: A good session beer. Nothing complex or mind blowing,but that is fine.

Serving type: bottle

08-17-2009 03:14:40 | More by Lexluthor33

EPICAC

Massachusetts

2.85/5  rDev -12%
look: 3 | smell: 2.5 | taste: 3 | feel: 2.5 | overall: 3

On tap at McSorley's.

Pours a dark, amber-brown. Topped by a thick brownish-beige head that thins to a film. The aroma is super clean. There's a hint of toffee and a bit of a metallic element.

There's a bit of caramel sweetness that lingers throughout. The finish has a light roasted bitterness. Light-bodied, moderate carbonation, feels a bit thin.

I wasn't too impressed with this beer. Low on flavor and watery feeling.

Serving type: on-tap

06-20-2008 20:13:45 | More by EPICAC

rhoadsrage

Illinois

2.48/5  rDev -23.5%
look: 3 | smell: 2.5 | taste: 2.5 | feel: 2 | overall: 2.5

(Served in two glass mugs)
Brewed exclusively for McSorley's Old Ale House
A- This beer has a dark body that lets lots of light shine through showing that it is crystal clear, with a few big bubbles racing to the surface. There is a thick ring of light foam that fades to nothing soon after they are brought to the table.

S- There is a soft smell of dark roasted nougat with a light bitterness of black grain at the finish but overall the smell is very clean.

T- The taste of black nougat is light with a soft roasted malt note coming through as the beer warms. At the finish a mellow nougat note combines with a light roasted grain bitterness that lingers for a second after each sip.

M- This beer has a medium-light mouthfeel with a very watery texture. No alcohol heat at all.

D- This beer was very light and thin with the dark flavors that were present tasting a bit odd. It tasted like a very light beer that had some roasted black grains steeped in it. I am let down if this was the original pre-prohibition recipe.

Serving type: on-tap

05-14-2008 04:03:22 | More by rhoadsrage