 BBB63 (3810), La Porte, Indiana, USA
Aug 3, 2003
Ruby red with no head. Fruity, smoky, roasted malt aroma, did I really detect some peat or just wishful thinking? Raisin/plum big taste upfront with a nice twangy hop balance. Lingering malty and smoky aftertaste. Medium-bodied, soft and creamy mouthfeel. Nicely made 80 Schilling ale, enjoyed with Aberdeen's version of Shepherd Pie. Recommended.
BATLMULLET (127), Highland, Indiana, USA
Apr 20, 2004 Good coloring and head. The body is coming along again. This used to be a fairly decent scottish, but had diminished recently. It's on its way back in terms of body and mouthfeel. Still a little too sweet, but better.
jaymobrown (1300), Chicago, Illinois, USA
Apr 19, 2003 Very brown in appearance and approach. Smooth, watery, and reminded me of a solid brown ale. Malt tones in nose.
JoeM500 (1877), Chicago (little italy), Illinois, USA
Apr 6, 2003 This is the textbook Scottish Ale that every American brewpub should strive to achieve. It's amber-brown color, malty-nutty-peaty nose and rich, smooth mouthfull is a perfect compliment to almost any meal. I enjoyed it with hickory smoked duckling breast with asiago-chive crispy polenta, framboise reduction and wilted spinich. I know this smooth 5%+ Scottish ale will also go good with a Whopper with cheese and a large fry.
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