The History of House Ale

The original ale first brewed in 1964 and now sold all over the world. Perhaps the most distinctive Scottish ale on the market and with its rich dark oakiness, this is a serious winter ale.

Taste

Deep reddish-golden in color; full, velvet-like body; medium dry and powerful, with an earthy hint of peat character.

Serving Suggestion

Pâté de foie gras and other rich appetizers. Good to soak a Stilton in or to serve with Stilton or other blue cheese. Can accompany fruit and fruit tarts or as a morning pick-me-up with coffee and brunch. Excellent with fruit and cheese or as a winter warmer. Enjoy with a fine cigar. Serve in brandy snifter.

Accolades

"1001 Beers You Must Taste Before You Die," selection, A. Tierney-Jones, 2010

Ratebeer.com: 97 points

Gold Medal -World Beer Championships 2010, 2008, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2000

Platinum Medal & World Champion Scotch Ale -World Beer Championships 1996 & 1997 .

"World classic." - Michael Jackson.

Four stars, "Exceptional," - BevX, Jan. 2010

Product Sizes and Quantities

• 11.2 ounce (330 ml) bottles / 12 per case (changing before summer 2012 to 16.9 ounce (500 ml) bottles / 12 per case)

Stats

ABV: 7.2% - OG: 1.070 - IBU: 26