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Epochal Barrel Fermented Ales Old Scotch Ale
This barrel-fermented interpretation of a Wee Heavy offers a sophisticated, historical perspective on the Scotch Ale style. It presents a deep mahogany hue with a rich, bready-toasty malt foundation defined by caramelized sugar, toffee, and dark fruit. The signature Epochal barrel fermentation introduces a distinctive balsamic quality, weaving in vinous aromatics and a delicate, funky tartness that counters the traditional malty sweetness. With its robust 9% ABV, it delivers a smooth alcohol warmth alongside complex notes of raisins and plums, finishing with a refined balance of richness and acidity reminiscent of aged British strong ales.
Appearance. Dark brown with deep ruby highlights (24 SRM). Pours with a thick tan head that shows moderate persistence and leaves noticeable legs on the glass.
Aroma. High intensity with strong bready-toasty malt, dark caramel, and toffee. Complex vinous aromatics and a distinctive balsamic, funky wood character are present, supported by moderate esters of plum and raisin and a hint of alcohol.
Taste. Rich and chewy malt entry featuring burnt sugar, treacle, and toasted breadcrumbs. The initial malt sweetness is balanced by a refined, tart acidity and vinous barrel notes. Low hop bitterness; the finish is lingering and slightly dry with a balsamic-like complexity and a hint of grainy roast.
Mouthfeel. Full-bodied and viscous with a thick, creamy texture. Moderate carbonation. A smooth, well-integrated alcohol warmth is present without being harsh.
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Epochal Old Scotch Ale 9% (375ml bottle)
Inspired by historical descriptions of the 'balsamic' quality of good Scotch Ale as well as good thi ...s aromatics, rich malt character, a subtle sweetness and balancing tartness. A refined and delicious beer! Size: 375ml ABV: 9% Allergens: barley ...
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Inspired by historical descriptions of the 'balsamic' quality of good Scotch Ale as well as good things like Prize Old Ale, we have brewed a rich, dark, funky, tart Scotch ale.
It has complex, vinous aromatics, rich malt character, a subtle sweetness and balancing tartness. A refined and delicious beer!
Size: 375ml
ABV: 9%
Allergens: barley
It has complex, vinous aromatics, rich malt character, a subtle sweetness and balancing tartness. A refined and delicious beer!
Size: 375ml
ABV: 9%
Allergens: barley
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