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AleSmith Wee Heavy Scotch Ale 4.08 765

AleSmith Wee Heavy Scotch Ale

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7654.09/5.04.08/5.010%99.6Thistle
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Bottle conditioned
J.P. Gray's Wee Heavy Scotch Ale Scotland's bone-chilling winters command a strong, richly-flavored brew. J.P. Gray's Wee Heavy is such an ale. Named for Brewmaster Skip Virgilio's maternal grandfather, J.P. Gray's is a blend of the prized Maris Otter barley and dark roasted barley which imparts a slightly smoky flavor and a deep chestnut appearance. In the style of a classic Scottish wee heavy, this fine ale is remarkably smooth and malty with background flavors of chocolate and molasses. Warmth is provided by a substantial 9% alcohol by volume. The high alcohol and fresh ingredients allow this ale to age well over time. Appearance: Deep mahogany color, sparkling clarity, and excellent head formation and retention when properly served. Flavor: Deep caramelly malty flavor with just a hint of smoke in the finish. Aroma: The aroma is sweet and voluptuous, reflecting the flavor with malt, hop and yeast characteristics. Mouthfeel (body/texture): Lush, full, rounded, almost chewy. This is a BIG beer!
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 loweredsixth (943), Fresno, California, USA
4.4 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/105/59/105/517/20
May 15, 2004  
Great dark ruby color with a medium-sized, creamy tan head. The aroma was smokey, with some alcohol, rich soil, and bittersweet chocolate. The flavor was very sweet...alcohol, smokiness, chocolate (especially in the aftertaste), and rich soil tones. The feel was very thick, smoooth, creamy, with perfect soft carbonation. Delicious brew!


 beerslayer (753), New Jersey, USA
4.4 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
9/104/58/105/518/20
Feb 24, 2004  
This is a great Scottish Ale. Oak, malt, and dark fruit flavor. Finishes smooth, creamy, and clean.


 apoptosis (1316), Long Island, New York, USA
4.4 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
9/105/58/104/518/20
Dec 9, 2005  
Perfect-looking brew, I’ve been enticed by both the body and the aroma of this one. Incredible, highly fruited aroma, much like a barleywine: figs and cherries abound. The alcohol is obvious, but it’s not unpleasant, burning or astringent: it’s simply a nice warming feeling. Very smooth.


 notalush (2693), Denver, Colorado, USA
4.4 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
9/104/59/104/518/20
Dec 9, 2005  
Dark burgundy color, with sticky white lace - powerful aroma of figs, plums, a little smoke and scotch whiskey - fruity up front, with dates, raisins and plums - later, chocolate, caramel and toffee make appearances - finishes with some alcohol warmth and lingering plum - aggressive, but not overpowering - very nice progression of flavor - well-balanced all around.


 rodolito (162), San Diego, California, USA
4.4 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/105/59/104/518/20
Jan 27, 2003  
2001 Bottle. Clear dark ruby amber with a thick tannish white head. Aroma full of malt with some smokiness. Very well balanced flavor - malty, sweet molasses, some caramel and a subtle smokiness. Faint bitterness. Full, rich mouthfeel. Excellent!


 Tmoney99 (4798), Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
4.4 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/105/58/105/518/20
Jun 18, 2005  
Bottle at tasting. Brown hue with medium light brown head. Complex aroma and flavor of malt and sweet. medium to full body with long finish. Great brew.


 cigarsnbeer (146), Valley City, North Dakota, USA
4.4 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
9/104/59/104/518/20
Jan 12, 2006  
A great Scotch ale!! Smokey and hints of raisin and plum with a touch of alcohol burn. Smooth and tasty a must buy.


 00cobraR (1102), Greensboro, North Carolina, USA
4.4 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/105/59/104/518/20
Mar 8, 2005  
I think 3 floyds robert the bruce is the best scotch ale i have ever drank. Well that has changed. Pours a dark amber color with a sweet malt scent. Flavor was sweet malty and full of alochol. WOW!! What a wonderful example of a scotch ale.



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