About This Beer
Northern Monk Northern Star Porter is a refined and accessible example of a traditional British Porter, brewed by Northern Monk in Leeds. Designed to balance roast character with smooth drinkability, this craft beer offers depth without heaviness.
At 5.2% ABV, it delivers enough body and flavour to satisfy dark beer enthusiasts while remaining approachable for those newer to porter. Unlike more intense imperial styles, Northern Star focuses on chocolate malt richness, subtle coffee notes and a gentle caramel sweetness.
This release demonstrates how modern craft beer continues to respect classic British styles while refining balance and structure. It’s a beer built for comfort — layered, rounded and easy to revisit.
If darker styles are your preference, explore our full Stout & Porter collection to discover more roast-led options.
Tasting Notes
Appearance: Deep brown to near black with ruby highlights and a soft tan head.
Aroma: Roasted malt, cocoa powder, light espresso and subtle caramel sweetness.
Flavour: Smooth dark chocolate, mild coffee bitterness and soft toffee undertones, finishing clean rather than dry.
Mouthfeel: Medium-bodied, silky and balanced with moderate carbonation.
About the Brewery
Northern Monk is one of the most respected names in the modern UK craft beer movement. Founded in Leeds, the brewery blends monastic-inspired branding with progressive brewing techniques and consistent quality control.
Known for both hop-forward beers and refined dark styles, Northern Monk has built a reputation for balance and precision. Northern Star Porter reflects their ability to produce a traditional British style with modern polish — avoiding excessive bitterness while maintaining depth and complexity.
Their focus on ingredient quality and careful fermentation ensures that even classic styles like porter feel contemporary and relevant within the wider craft beer Ireland and craft beer Dublin market.
Food Pairings
Porter is one of the most versatile food pairing beer styles available. Northern Star works particularly well with:
Its chocolate and caramel notes complement sweet dishes beautifully, while the gentle roast character balances savoury richness.
If you’re building a mixed case, consider pairing this with lighter lagers or hop-forward options from our IPA & Pale Ale range for contrast.
Northern Monk Northern Star Porter is a dependable, well-balanced dark craft beer that delivers flavour without excess — perfect for relaxed evenings or food-focused drinking.
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