BrewDey
Well-Known Member
So I've read plenty on here about people's aversion to Scotch Ales, as well as some positive comments. I've perused some recipes (haven't brewed one), and noticed the peat smoked malt as a common ingredient.
When I try new beers, I like to taste it myself before reading any reviews-just to see how my take compares to others'. Last night I picked up a 6 of Magic hat's 'Jinx'-After one drink, the peat smoke really jumped out at me-it tasted very similar to Scotch whiskey. Sure enough, when I read some reviews, this was the style assigned to it (Scotch/Wee Heavy).
While it was good, I don't think I could drink several in one sitting...and this is from someone who enjoys a good 18 year old single malt. Is this peat flavor the reason for such mixed feelings on Scotch Ales?
When I try new beers, I like to taste it myself before reading any reviews-just to see how my take compares to others'. Last night I picked up a 6 of Magic hat's 'Jinx'-After one drink, the peat smoke really jumped out at me-it tasted very similar to Scotch whiskey. Sure enough, when I read some reviews, this was the style assigned to it (Scotch/Wee Heavy).
While it was good, I don't think I could drink several in one sitting...and this is from someone who enjoys a good 18 year old single malt. Is this peat flavor the reason for such mixed feelings on Scotch Ales?