I have just tried a couple of samples of my London Porter, bottled about 4 weeks ago.
I am well chuffed with this. Although it is not the best time of year for a dark beer with a temp outside of 27C, the brew reminds me a little bit of Guinness although not as black.
I added hops after 9 days in the fv, and then put it straight into bottles after another 6 days (with a carbonation drop - because they are so simple).
A little extra brewing sugar was added, as I thought the beer could cope with it, and calculated the final strength as 6%, but given the effect that 2x500ml bottles has just had on me, I am beginning to think it may be nearer 7%.
I would love to keep this until Christmas, but I have a box of Muntons Santas Winter Warmer for that event. I must get it going soon. :grin: Hic!