01:58 pm - Belhaven Scottish Ale
I will admit a prejudice here: I prefer my beer malty, instead of hoppy.
Thats part of the reason why this one is now on my short list of beers to get regularly:
 Belhaven Scottish Ale
Appearance: amber/brown color. Medium head, which goes down fairly quickly
Nose: Nutty. Reminiscent of Hazelnuts. Slight hoppiness
Flavor:
- Full, satisfying mouthfeel.
- Smooth finish.
- Slightly sweet.
- Predominance of malt over hops.
- The hops are just even to give a slight, bitter, contrast to the full maltiness.
There are other beers that place higher on my list, for having more complex flavor profiles. Still, it you want a beer that has a satisfying rounded flavor, you can't go wrong with this one.
Verdict: Recommended
See Also:
Belhaven Brewery's website.
Other Opinions: 1 2
Curiously enough, this last one is written by someone who practices my former profession, back in my home city, so I can entirely relate to the context he describes: 3
Final thought: If you are looking primarily for refreshment on a hot day, or an easily gulped quick buzz .... this is not the brew for you! But, in colder weather, when you have the time to appreciate and enjoy -- go for it!
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