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Pike Kilt Lifter Scotch Ale 3.33 276

Pike Kilt Lifter Scotch Ale

Percentile
77
overall

bottled
common

on tap
common

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2763.35/5.03.33/5.06.6%51.3Thistle
Commercial Description:
Unlike the lighter "Scottish" ales, this is an authentic heavy Scotch ale. It is lightly hopped with a strong malt character, and a hint of peaty smokiness. Warm fermentation produces fruity esters and balances the sweet malt character.
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 Gusler (2655), Tucson, Arizona, USA
3.8 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/104/58/104/515/20
Aug 30, 2000    Updated: May 10, 2003
I think I have sampled at least 4 or 5 beers that call themselves “Kilt Lifters”, well in my humble opinion, Pike’s is the best. Also why is it so hard to find a “Good” Scotch Style Ale? A beauteous orange to amber color, the head prodigious in size, creamy in texture, a nice light tan in color and the residual lace a thick and sticky sheet to meld with the glass. Sweet malt is the nose, fresh and inviting, the start ambrosial, malt laden, and the top rich in its feel to the palate. Finish has a delectable acidity, the hops spicy and pleasant, dry aftertaste and a real treat.


themorningzoo (49), Fairbanks, USA
3.8 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/104/57/104/516/20
Jul 26, 2003  
The deep copper color and great head was even further enhanced by the complex blend of hops and malt that first hits your tongue and rolls down with a smooth smoky finish. A favorite for me!


 BarePaw (148), Pullman, Washington, USA
3.8 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
5/104/58/104/517/20
Jun 21, 2003  
This one had a deep copper color with a good thick head. It was full bodied and flavorful, yet well balanced. All in all, a good brew.


 riversideAK (2739), Shoreline, Washington, USA
3.8 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/103/58/103/516/20
Nov 15, 2007  
Notes from the night say this exactly: Dark copper. Light chocolate aroma. Chocolate, smoke, and leather in the flavor. Good Shit!


 LyndaNova (494), Manchester, New Hampshire, USA
3.8 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/103/58/103/516/20
Feb 24, 2007  
Cold 12oz bottle: Pours a clear pale amber color with minimal ivory bubbles, mostly around edges. Rich malts, alcohol notes, light smoke and dough. Light bodied and smooth with a creamy texture and ample carbonation. Ending is lightly malty sweet with notes of caramel.


 carruthm (1146), Seattle, Washington, USA
3.8 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/104/58/103/515/20
Jun 22, 2008  
A great example of a scotch ale. Dark brown with strong malt flavors and a smoky character


 Fratto (737), Arlington, Texas, USA
3.8 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/102/57/105/516/20
Oct 23, 2009  
Bottle from Whole Foods Arlington. Very light brown pour. Maple, raisins, prunes, and malt aroma. Taste is malty, dry, and dark fruits. Finish is great.


 Butters (1652), Virginia, USA
3.8 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/103/58/104/516/20
Aug 2, 2009  
Bomber from Barrios’ Massechussetts Trip Tasting. Pours a near clear orange with faint ring of near white head. Aroma is mild, bready, with sweet dried fruits. Great peaty smokiness in the flavor with some molassis. Great smokey beer! One of the best scotch ales I’ve had. And a great name to boot!



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