Adroit Theory Brewing Co - The Devil Made Me

Some beers are born from inspiration. Others, apparently, require a little encouragement from the devil himself! The Devil Made Me is a wonderfully sinister Smoked Porter from Virginia's boundary-pushing Adroit Theory Brewing Company, combining the rich, comforting character of a traditional dark ale with a decidedly fiery twist. Brewed with smoked Serrano chillies, this intriguing creation brings together roasted malt, subtle smoke and warming pepper heat in a beer that is every bit as adventurous as its name suggests. Forget your ordinary chocolatey porter – this one has a rather wicked personality!

Pouring a deep, almost opaque mahogany-black colour, The Devil Made Me delivers an enticing combination of roasted malt, dark chocolate and gentle smoky aromas. Its rich malt backbone provides inviting notes of freshly roasted coffee, bittersweet chocolate and toasted grain, while the smoked Serrano chillies introduce a distinctive savoury complexity. On the palate, expect a satisfying interplay between roasted malt richness, subtle chocolate sweetness and delicate smoke, followed by a gradually developing chilli warmth. Rather than overwhelming the beer, the pepper character adds an intriguing layer of flavour that builds with each sip, complementing the porter’s roasted character.

Bold, warming and wonderfully distinctive, The Devil Made Me offers a fascinating combination of traditional porter flavours and carefully controlled chilli heat. Despite its substantial 7.5% strength, the beer retains a relatively light body, allowing the interplay between roasted malt, smoke and spice to shine. Its firm bitterness balances the malt character, while a satisfyingly dry finish leaves lingering impressions of dark chocolate, roasted grain and gentle Serrano warmth. A deliciously unconventional creation from Adroit Theory, perfect for adventurous drinkers who appreciate their dark beers with a little fire and brimstone!