Anyone have a favorite?
Now, there are quite a few that make it in our icebox although I must admit that our most popular one here at the fortress has to be "Skull Splitter".
Sweet and malty up front with candy sugar. Very similar to a Belgian Quad but minus all the alcohol, although some alcohol does come out as the beer warms up. A little bit of earthiness and smoke follows the maltiness. Finishing up with brown bread and semi-sweet cocoa powder. Almost no hop characteristics in the nose. 8.5% ABV
Are there any others that favor this brew of the Gods?
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Below are a few other excellent Scottish Ales that are personally preferred. Perhaps one of them is your favorite as well.
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Black Douglas is a dark ruby coloured ale with a rich full bodied malt flavour and overtones of roast fruit.
At an ABV of 5.2%, we believe this beer is a fitting tribute to the power and character of the great Knight
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McEwan's Scotch Ale pours to a very deep, almost black, dark brown with just the slightest hint of crimson red and a foamy, off-white head that is quite short lived but leaves a wispy trace all the way down the glass.
The aroma is of deep malt with strong alcohol evidence but, as this is a very complex beer there are a vast array of different aromas all contesting for dominance; woody, smoky and hoppy - vine fruit is noticable with a lot of plums and molasses, but overall having the sensation of a sweet malty beer.
It's not as heavy as you would expect from such a full bodied offering. The mouth feel is soft, smooth as satin and foamy with a slight carbonation. Very rich and predominantly malty with a touch of caramel, and a rich soft fruitiness. A little chocolate, some molasses, butterscotch.
There is also a sherry-like flavour to this brew, perhaps that is because of the substantial alcohol content - 8% ABV.
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Traquair House Ale (ABV 7.2%) is a, "Serious winter ale, a deep reddish – golden colour with an strong, earthy flavour, described as a, "World classic." It has consistently been a gold medal performer during the World Beer Championships over many years.
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Old Chub is from a U.S micro brewery out of Lyons Colorado and without a doubt is the best Scottish Ale you will EVER drink out of a can.
The cola-colored beer (almost black) features a tan head, a creamy, skim-milk mouthfeel, and rich, semi-sweet flavors of caramel and chocolate throughout. The addition of smoked grains gives Old Chub a delicate kiss of smoke on the finish. Old Chub is excellent at 8% alcohol by volume.
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Belhavens Wee Heavy Scottish Ale. A delightful combination of scents and flavors that makes it a pleasure to drink. What I love about the beer is that is so well balanced with it's malty caramel sweetness and a background of not overly bitter hops. This makes the beer incredibly drinkable. Also, the 6.5% ABV isn't noticeable in the taste. Be aware!
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Last but not least Three Floyds "Robert The Bruce" Scottish Ale. Another exceptional U.S micro brew thats actually brewed here in my kingdom of Indiana. A big malty body from chocolate and roasted malts, well balanced with just the right combination of hops. Robust yet smooth, a true malt-lover's delight. 7.2% ABV
Thirsty yet?
There is another Belhaven that i've had a time or two... i think it's called St. Andrew's. Correct me if i'm wrong...
You're correct! St. Andrews is Belhavens official brew of golf.
I've had the McEwans - not bad at all.
mmmm... McEwans!!!
I'll admit, I am a big fan of the ciders, and when we were there this spring I seemed to always be next to the Blackthorn! BUT I also grew quite fond of Old Speckled Hen (though I'll admit I'm not certain if that's Scottish or English...)
Yum, they look delish!
I love hard ciders.
Sam Adams makes a passable Scottish Ale... nice smokey, peaty flavor.
McEwans ;D
Had the Sam also :)
I had some nasty stuff over seas once, like motor oil. I don't remember the name. I met up with some scots on vacation in Villafrance...of all places...to pub crawl I mean.
I absolutly love Wee Heavy! Yum!!!
If one can find McEwan's Scotch Ale best buy all you can because they are vanishing
However, they shall return. The reason being is that everywhere eles in the world McEwan's bottles are 11.2oz for the exception of the U.S where they are 12oz. They conducted a census/inventory in the U.S to determine how long it would it would take to sell the remainder of all the 12oz bottles in the U.S market and came out to about two years. I know its been about a year so far since I had my paws on one.
Then hopefully we should start to see the reintroduction of the McEwan's Scotch Ale in the 11.2oz bottles.
Thank goodness!
I wondered why i hadn't seen McEwans recently...
Wow another fan of Skullsplitter. I've just finished off my last bottle so its time for another trip to Duluth, MN or eagle River, WI to pick up some. About two hours either way but its worth it. If you like that you might want to try some Finnegans Irish Amber. (made from potatoes!)
You are going to have to go to MN to get it though.
http://www.finnegans.org/
Check out the commercails on youtube.
http://www.youtube.com/user/FinnegansIrishAmber
I do believe Spechers? makes a Pipers ale. I tried it at Milwaukee Irishfest last year but as I recall I really didn't care for it.
Had the occasion to sit in a pub last weekend that has 72 beers on tap and 275 in bottles. I had seen old chub in the store and had read this thread - but sometimes it takes a 2 x 4 to my head to get me to sit up and take notice. At the bartender's suggestion (I like porters and stouts but was trying to keep the ABV low so I could enjoy more) I had an old chub - WOW..... exactly like you said - the best beer out of a can - ever. At 8% its still a little high for me - but it definitely has a place in our beer fridge now.
Hubby was able to indulge his passion for a skullsplitter - but shamefully, even with all that selection they didn't have the Wee Heavy... sigh.... Thanks for the treads and in incentive to go in search of
Quote from: Robert Phoenix on August 03, 2009, 09:44:28 PM
Wow another fan of Skullsplitter.
To the Earl of Orkney! (http://i42.tinypic.com/1ovrio.jpg)
Quote from: Robert Phoenix on August 03, 2009, 09:44:28 PM
You might want to try some Finnegans Irish Amber. (made from potatoes!)
You are going to have to go to MN to get it though.
Now, I can't recall ever sampling a Finnegans. As for getting my hands on one you can have it actually delivered to your door nowadays. For Finnegans I can use
France 44.com (http://www.france44store.com/browse.cfm?viewfrom=541&catid=350&step=2) for home delivery. You could even have Skullsplitter delivered to your door and save yourself a little roadtrip and maybe a little $$ .
For the most part we have to mail order our OldChub. We order it by the cases in the Spring and Fall from
HiTimeWine (http://www.hitimewine.net/beer.asp)out of California. Keep in mind shipping can be somewhat brutal, although for us extremely justified ;) ;D
Its also best to order in the cooler months not to have your shipment sitting in extreme heat for prolong times.
Quote from: mehan on August 04, 2009, 04:05:30 AM
Had the occasion to sit in a pub last weekend that has 72 beers on tap and 275 in bottles. ) I had an old chub - WOW..... exactly like you said - the best beer out of a can - ever. At 8% its still a little high for me - but it definitely has a place in our beer fridge now.
Outstanding! (http://i42.tinypic.com/2namw5c.jpg) I'm so glad you enjoyed it! As I mentioned above we're unable to get it locally and have to have it shipped out to us. We enjoy it that much!
Quote from: mehan on August 04, 2009, 04:05:30 AM
Hubby was able to indulge his passion for a skullsplitter - but shamefully, even with all that selection they didn't have the Wee Heavy... sigh.... Thanks for the treads and in incentive to go in search of
Huzzah to another loyal subject of the Earl of Orkney! As for the Pub. 72 brews on tap and 275 bottled varieties and no Wee Heavy!?..EGADS! Perhaps, due to demand they were just temporarily out of stock ;)
I prefer Bud Light.
^joking^
Anyone who knows me knows my urine is stronger than BL! ;D
The last Irish Ale I recall enjoying was Smithwicks.
For those living/visiting in Minnesota you really got to visit Duluth more often, there are some fantastic micro-brews up there!
Quote from: Noble Dreg on August 04, 2009, 05:32:51 PM
^joking^
Anyone who knows me knows my urine is stronger than BL! ;D
The last Irish Ale I recall enjoying was Smithwicks.
For those living/visiting in Minnesota you really got to visit Duluth more often, there are some fantastic micro-brews up there!
^^^ agrees with Dreg about North Shore micro brews ^^^
Can you give us a few names of some these preferred micro brews of the North? Beer sampling inquiring minds would like to know? ;)
Quote from: Noble Dreg on August 04, 2009, 05:27:25 PM
I prefer Bud Light.
Yikes Dreg... even the mention of a diet lager! (http://i27.tinypic.com/nmkmt5.jpg)
Not wishing to stray from the subject of Irish ales, you did ask...
My all time favorite beer (no kidding) is the "Sir Duluth Oatmeal Stout". I was exposed to this beer for the first time at the very first "Olde World Renaissance Faire" in Twig. I have never had a more drinkable and flavorfull stout. I make a point of driving up there on occasion (love the north shore) and look forward to this brew as much as the view. Given a place of honor on my top five fav brews.
Edit: Here's a link. You will not be dissapointed!
http://www.lakesuperiorbrewing.com/beerdesc.html
Now, if that doesn't makes me wish I was hanging out in the Duluth area. (http://i28.tinypic.com/2ltfz3l.jpg)
This Top 10 Scotch Ales list is from America's Best and Top Ten and from the results of the 2009 US Open Beer Championship.
1. Old Chub - Oskar Blues Brewery - Colorado
2. Scottish Pale Ale, Neustadt Brewing - Canada
3. Satan's Pony, South Street Brewing - Virginia
4. Robert The Bruce Scottish Ale - Three Floyds Brewing - Indiana
5. Duke Of Winship - Middle Ages Brewing - New York
6. Black Douglas Ale - Broughton ALes - Scotland
7. St. Andrew's Ale - Belhaven Brewery - Scotland
8. Brooklyn Winter Ale - Brooklyn Brewery - New York
9. Railbender Ale - Erie Brewing - Pennsylvannia
10. Long Trail Hibernator - Long Trail Brewing - Vermont
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Huzzah!
Someone asked and here you go. Help yourself!
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Now THAT'S a fridge!
I know it gets me playing "Eeny, meeny, miny, moe" alot!
Sure it does, but you should include more than just the top shelf... ;D
Belhaven's Wee Heavy gets my vote, I got pissed on that on Tartan day last year!
LOL ..I'm with ya! Wee Heavy will definitely whoop ya if not careful!
Your absolutely right Dreg. I must confess . Thats eeny, meeny, miny, moe for EACH shelf and an extra eeny, meeny, miny, moe for the shelves on the door (currently are not pictured)which is where I like to hold my extreme Dogfish Head brews!
Which in speaking of Dogfish brews and to slightly go off topic from the Scottish Ales. Has anyone had the privilege of indulging in a Dogfish Head 120 IPA?? Talk about one incredible Indian Pale Ale and at about $10 a bottle and currently at 18% abv (which used to be 20% abv) watch out!
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For those that have not and decide to sample this nectar of the gods. Click on the bottle and take a minute to watch the video before indulging, just so you can maximize your drinking experience!
Yum! Had the 120 (its $14.99 in VA) - (simply fab!) - what about the World Wide Stout? We first had it a few years back - then had it last year when the ale house started selling off some of its "cellared" beers - I don't think its still being made- but man o' man was that a tasty brew. Actually, Dogfish Head makes a boatload of good brews. Some may not be to my liking (everyone has different tastes)- but I surely love their attitude.
WOW! $15 for a bottle of IPA! :o You know, I would still fork over $15 for it! ;)
I do not recall having the opportunity to sample the World Wide Stout (its the, so many beers, so little time thing...I think) I will keep my eye open and hopefully stumble across a few and definitely give it a try based on your enthusiastic recommendation! (http://i41.tinypic.com/10zvfnk.jpg)
Quote from: mehan on August 14, 2009, 11:29:29 AM
Actually, Dogfish Head makes a boatload of good brews. Some may not be to my liking (everyone has different tastes)- but I surely love their attitude.
Couldn't of said that better myself! (http://i42.tinypic.com/2namw5c.jpg)
I'd rather pay $15 for an IPA than $6 for a bud light at the ball game! I don't drink beer at sporting events, won't pay that kind of money for *gulp* BL!
Me own private stash (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2549/3839345785_9c2bf7f707_o.gif)
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No fair! You got over a case of Old Chub there! ;D
McEwans and Belhaven are two of my ABSOLUTE favorites. I can get Belhaven Wee Heavy in Fort Worth, but I just cannot seem to be able to find McEwans here. Anyone from the FW area have any leads on acquiring McEwans in my neck of the woods?
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QuoteIf one can find McEwan's Scotch Ale best buy all you can because they are vanishing
However, they shall return. The reason being is that everywhere eles in the world McEwan's bottles are 11.2oz for the exception of the U.S where they are 12oz. They conducted a census/inventory in the U.S to determine how long it would it would take to sell the remainder of all the 12oz bottles in the U.S market and came out to about two years. I know its been about a year so far since I had my paws on one.
Then hopefully we should start to see the reintroduction of the McEwan's Scotch Ale in the 11.2oz bottles.
Thank goodness!
Quote from: Sir William Marcus on August 15, 2009, 08:36:50 PM
No fair! You got over a case of Old Chub there! ;D
Not anymore Sir William ;D
Quote from: Elkyn on August 15, 2009, 09:16:42 PM
McEwans and Belhaven are two of my ABSOLUTE favorites. I can get Belhaven Wee Heavy in Fort Worth, but I just cannot seem to be able to find McEwans here. Anyone from the FW area have any leads on acquiring McEwans in my neck of the woods?
No McEwans in the Houston area. At least not at Specs, they do not have it listed in there inventory anymore. Sir Wiliiam has posted that should change...hopefully soon :) :D ;D
YES! There will be a day when McEwans Scottish Ale will make its triumphant return to the shelves of America, and when it does there will be much rejoicing!
Curious if anyone has sampled any of theses "kilted brews??"
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Now you've done it! My throat is dry and parched. You guys have made me thirsty. Have to go find something to drink.
I can't say that I've had a Scottish Ale. I love beers, ales, and stouts of all types, though. I have to try them. My current favorite is a Michigan brewed wheat ale that is a summer seasonal. Oberon. It's probably very light compared to all of these but I love the flavor of it.
http://www.bellsbeer.com/brands/info/11/oberon_ale
I need to try some of those that you guys are talking about though... the 120 IPA looks VERY interesting.
Oh, and I have been a bartender for over 10 years, so I love learning these things. NO BUD LIGHT! :P
I've been wanting to try the Pike's. Maybe next time I go to Spec's I'll get us a couple of bottles.
Spent yesterday chasing about in search of a one-off Scottish ale by our local brewery. St. Arnold's does "Divine Reserve" batches, and this one was a Scottish ale created by one of the local brew clubs. Alas, I would've had to camp out at Spec's before they opened. Hoping my friend at work scored some!
In the meantime, got a couple of Belhavens left in the fridge.
Quote from: Var Greyshadow on September 11, 2009, 06:58:48 AM
Spent yesterday chasing about in search of a one-off Scottish ale by our local brewery. St. Arnold's does "Divine Reserve" batches, and this one was a Scottish ale created by one of the local brew clubs. Alas, I would've had to camp out at Spec's before they opened. Hoping my friend at work scored some!
Wow, Its that good that you gotta camp out in line to get some? That sure does spark my beer sampling curiosity. I hope your friend scored some!
Quote from: Lims on September 11, 2009, 02:59:45 AM
My current favorite is a Michigan brewed wheat ale that is a summer seasonal "Oberon". It's probably very light compared to all of these but I love the flavor of it.
Right on Lims. I will have try one, two, or perhaps three as it is available here.
Divine No.8 was brewed in a very limited batch... 1000 cases only. Since St. Arnold is only sold inside the great state TEXAS, a thousand cases goes quick...
No such luck on getting any Divine! Oh well. The unfortunate thing is that St. Arnold's doesn't do a Scottish ale as a regular offering.
I haven't had Scottish ale, that I can remember. I just bought some Sam Adams Oktoberfest yesterday. Very tasty!
Quote from: Butch on September 13, 2009, 03:18:11 PM
I haven't had Scottish ale, that I can remember.
You still have time my friend to indulge yourself in one or two of these delicious ales. If you like Sammy Adams "Oktoberfest" (which is a damn good brew btw) your going to love Scottish Ales. ;)
I bought a 6 of Founders Dirty B@st@rd Scottish Ale today. Drinking one right now. Not bad at all! The aftertaste isn't as heavy as a beer this dark's usually is.
I haven't had the chance to drink on one, always heard its an awesome brew.
This is one of my favorites ;D
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Out of all the Belhavens Scottish Ales I must admit to my recollection the only ones I haven't had the opportunity to try is the "Scottish Ale" and "Belhavens Best" which I also heard is pretty darn tasty. I must make a note and seek out these fine ales.
As for the Founders "Dirty B@stard' Scottish Ale". I was able to try some last night during MNF and all I can say is.. "Maaaaaaaan is that ever some good drink!". A wee bit heavier than some of the others but awfully good. Its definitely a keeper!
Thanks Butch
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Tonight I indulged in a match made in heaven..
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*nudge* - Just had to get this thread back and get some more suggestions for my birthday trip back to Capital Alel, perhaps they will have the wee heavy this time. We are also going to hit a brew store and finally pick up some Old Chub for ourselves as well as anything we find from this wonderful thread.... so if you have any more suggestions, recommendations, I am all ears!
I thought I posted in this thread this morning, but I guess it didn't take. We were off to the Capital Ale House, (home of the 275 bottles and 72 on tap) for my birthday celebration and I called for suggestions.
Well I obviously didn't get any, but we had fun nonetheless. I did have a BellHaven Wee Heavy, and some Old Chub on tap, but no Kiltlifters. They had the skullsplitters, but as we have some at home, and the ABV was over 10, we gave it a miss. That exhausted their supply, so we gave up on any of the other scottish ales and indulged in my passion for porters. We were able to procure some Old Chubs to take home with us, so the weekend is far from a total loss.
Gotta say, drinking really good beer is a heck of a way to spend the big 50.
Nice birthday, Mehan! (Happy belated!!) Wish we had someplace like that in Houston.
We tried Old Chub (in the cans) for the first time last night. It's very good. I'm going to have to learn to drink it faster though - it seemed to get too sweet as it warmed up. I was surprised Lawrence liked it as much as he did - he's the hop-head.
Well, we don't have anyplace that nice where we live either - its a three hour drive and an overnight stay at a hotel (thankfully, the Ale house is on the premises of the hotel, a mere stagger away).
I was also disappointed at the lack of scottish ales, considering the beer list is over 50 pages long, and they have 4 pages just of IPA's - six little scottish ales seemed sorta biased....
So... stopped by our local irish pub for a guinness.... lo and behold, I noticed Belhaven Wee Heavy in the cooler. they have "had it all the time".... sheesh..... and having driven 3 hours each way to have it this weekend...
I have 9 McEwans left out of 3 cases, and I am saving them, if the house catches on fire the first thing I'm saving is the McEwans, then my guns, my Kilts, and then the cat!
McEwans was bought out by Heineken, I read that they were going to stop export to the US market, because of sales. I hope they change their mind.
My TOP 5
McEwans
Belheaven
Lambec Peach
Young's Double Chocolate
Young's oat meal Stout
OK, so I tried somma that Bellhavens Scottish Ale, the very same as Lady Ann posted above. I think I prefer the Founders to the Bellhaven. Both are very good!
Thank-you for introducing me to Scottish Ales! Strikingly different from IPAs, in my limited (i.e. 2 brand) experience!
Quote from: brier patch charlie on October 05, 2009, 08:55:11 PM
McEwans was bought out by Heineken, I read that they were going to stop export to the US market, because of sales. I hope they change their mind.
Interesting, I just heard about that the other day too.
On another note. I was able to sample some very tasty "Oaked Arrogant Bastard Ale" from the
Stone brewing Company tonight during MNF. What a excellent brew they are making in San Diego. Taste is freakin awesome...an arrogant bastard indeed. Vicious flavors of hoppy bitterness along with that light citrusy finish. Definite keeper. (http://i41.tinypic.com/15s4ot2.jpg) (http://i41.tinypic.com/15s4ot2.jpg)
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Oh my yes, Arrogant Bastard Ale is OUTSTANDING! I've had several of these large bottles.
Since we've veered off from Scottish Ales, how about Dead Man's Ale? I believe it is from Rogue Brewery (Washington or Oregon). That is something to die for!
Over the weekend I was able to sample the "Belhavens Scottish Ale" and I must say I prefer it over the St. Andrews. When the say its sweet, smooth and with a creamy finish they weren't kidding, very tasty!
Hey Butch, It appears that one of my finer liquor stores carries the "Dead Guy & Double Dead Guy Ales". I'm looking forward to sampling both of them this weekend!
Ale On!
DOUBLE Dead Guy? I'll have to give that a try!
OK, now a new list comes out! Plow through it and see if you can find some winners!
http://www.worldbeercup.org/winners.html
Interesting list! A great place to start a new round of researches. The Duck-Rabbit Milk Stout is fine stuff, if you like milk stouts.
Scots unleash world's strongest beer
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"Sink The Bismarck!"
Now that's a name for a beer.
Best scottish beer I have found thus far:
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Anyone that goes to the AZ ren faire you can go to the brewery in Tempe for a great time as well!
Personally, I'm a Newcastle fan, but when I have to compromise with the wife it's usually a good Lambic, like Lindemann's Kriek (AKA chery ale) tastes like cherry soda....
Also looking forward to checking out a couple of the historical brews that are coming out... I think it's dogfish head brewery recreating beers dating back thousands of years by taking samples from pottery artifacts and analyzing the chemical comp of the beer residue... a great use of modern science!
My favorite fall-back Scottish beer is Belhaven's St. Andrews, but lately, I've been enjoying Belhaven's STOUT - out of this world! It tastes better than Guinness!
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Lucked upon three bottles of DFH Bitches Brew. REally wanted to try it- figured my podunk town wouldn't get any - but hey, we did. Quite interesting - you all know I am a huge DFH fan anyway. I will say it isn't my favorite of theirs, but I was happy to try it.
On a different note - a short beer story.
I make the call schedule up at work. One of the guys on call always asks me to do him a small favor when its his turn (about every 16 weeks). As its well know around work I like good beer, he always thanks me with something nice.
Yesterday when I brought home the latest thank you gift (Bluegrass Bourbon Beer Barrel Stout) and placed it in our somewhat depleted beer fridge my husband said:
"You make out the call schedule, right?" "Yes I do". I replied.
"Jeff is the only one who gives you beer - right?" he continued.
"Um, well, yes, that's true" - I said
"Then why in the heck don't you just schedule him on call for the next several weeks until the beer fridge is full?".
Now, why didn't I think of that? Go hubby
Beer fun fact of the day:
In Medieval Europe, brewing and baking went together. Thus women were the first European brewers and were often called ale wives.
This is a pretty decent Scottish ale made in the Detroit area. I'm not a connoisseur of the style, so I don't know how it compares to other Scottish ales, but I do enjoy it.
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http://beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/2085/6685
Orkney Skullsplitter is also very good!
These country mice just got back from a trip to the big city (and attendant big box wine/beer warehouse) and picked up some old favorites (Founders Old Curmudgeon, Terrapin Hopsecutioner and other yummies) but took our chances on something we saw that we hadn't even heard of - Sam Adams Wee Heavy. We haven't tried it yet, but are curious. I don't hate Sam Adams, just haven't had anything of theirs that warranted a 3 hour drive to the big city.
Anyone here tried it?
Sam Adams' Oktoberfest is good, but it's the only SA I like.
Rahr (http://www.rahrbrewing.com/) makes a good Oktoberfest.
Wow - never even heard of them. Can't wait to see if we can find some on one of our rare trips to the big city.
Did find out that SA Wee Heavy is an Imperial Scottish Ale; gets a pretty solid B rating from what I can tell from the big rating folks- but it is a whopping 10% ABV. Yikes. Haven't tried it yet as the SO is on alcohol waivers until after surgery.
Do you think we could convince Scarborough's beer distributor to team up with Rahr Brewery for some decent ales?
I think it could be a Rahr-ing success.
I'm not sure which beer that Merlin had at his reception; but I think it was Belhaven. His lordship thought it was good.
It was indeed Belhaven Scottish Ale. I truly appreciate Scarborough working with us to have a nice ale available!
*nudge*
FINALLY got to try a Dogfish Head 120 minute. I have waited a couple of years for it. Gotta tell you - just not a fan. I know, from me that is heresy, but folks, it was like doing a shot of tequila. It was incredibly alcohol forward. It did have an interesting taste, and I loves me my Dogfish Head but the 120 has been tried and put back on the shelf, (at 10 bucks a 12 oz bottle, that prolly a good thing).
Just to keep the thread alive - I have had several beers lately that bear mentioning. Ballast Point Big Eye IPA, Maui Brewing Big Swell IPA and two yummy stouts, Old Dominion and Southern Tier 2X Choklat.
Tried Kilkenny Irish Cream Ale by Guinness last Saturday. It had a nice nutty flavor and went down smooth.
Oh - that one slipped by me.... Our next trip to the "big city" I will be looking for it.
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