"Dark Brewed" Porter -- Yuengling (Pottsville, PA)
When I lived in central New Jersey, Yuengling Porter was this secretive beer that was rarely found -- in the paths I travelled, most often the Khyber Pass Pub in Philly. The Black & Tan and standard ruddy lager were far more common. That pattern seems to continue today, though I'm not entirely sure why. Perhaps it's the fear of dark-colored beers... it shouldn't have anything to do with drinkability or flavor.
Characteristics: Dark reddish brown with a thin (but persistent) tan head; light to medium body; smooth warm flavor with coffee notes (as opposed to chocolate) in the midsection.
Minor Gripes: Availability; occasional inconsistency in flavor, within a six-pack and even within a bottle -- it doesn't always hold a steady profile as it warms up and can run bitter.
Bottom Line: Yuengling is an excellent "summer porter" -- when you want a darker, flavorful beer but can't handle the motor oil consistency of many porters.
Rating: 6 / 10
Yeungling headquarters is Pottsville, PA - not Pottstown - it is known as "America's Oldest Brewery", been in operation since 1829. I don't like their Porter too much, I prefer the lager.
Urp... apologies for the typo (now corrected). I really should know better, between staring at the label and having access to the company web site.