Scotland Beer Reviews
Scotland, true to its heritage of ancient beverages, boasts a rich history of beer brewing that dates back nearly 5,000 years. Herbs such as heather and myrtle were used as bittering agents for centuries, and these ancient traditions remain in Scotland today. By the 20th century, modern brewing had emerged in Scotland. Notable Scottish breweries include Brewdog, Tempest Brewing Company, Fyne Ales, and Harviestoun.
Harviestoun Ola Dubh Special Reserve 30
Surprise birthday gifts are the best. Surprise birthday gifts that are beer, are even better. Without even a mention, a good friend of my wife’s left two bottles of Ola Dubh 30 on my kitchen counter. As my wife would rather have Pinot than a pint, I guessed that...
BrewDog Hardcore IPA
Taylor: BrewDog is a Scottish craft brewery that makes some crazy concoctions. They are notable for their awesome, antics-ridden videos, their deep hatred of commercial beer, and their Sink the Bismarck IPA, which is the highest ABV beer in the world, at 40%. They...
BrewDog Dogma Ale
This mid-range abv brew reminded me of an a newer twist on the Scottish ales of old. The beige thin head seemed to disappear into the amber-orange cloudy beverage as I pressed my nose in for a smell. Note: I have not had kola nuts or guarana so I have no point of...
Williams Brothers Alba Scots Pine Ale
This historic brew commemorates a practice that dates back to a time before hops were used. Implementing what mother nature gave them, Norse people groups used the sprigs of spruce and pine trees as the bittering agent in their beers. Through the vehicle of Viking...