This is a really nicely balanced ale, a great combination of rich malt flavor with a really strong hop backing. I don't know what the combination of malts they use, but it's really distinctive, and the moderate alcohol content means I can finish a bomber by myself with just the right buzz.
They distinguish this Scottish ale from Scotch ales because of its lower alcohol content, and on the whole I'd have to say that of the two styles I enjoy Scottish rather than Scotch ales.
Highly recommended!
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Hop Rod Rye
This was just an awesome beer. Totally delicious. A strong, full flavor, but not overwhelmingly bitter. Probably one of my top ten beers at this point--renews my faith in rye beers. Kind of strong (8% abv), but you don't taste the alcohol at all, just the delicious hops and rye. Not too pricey, and it's pretty, to boot.
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