Four Peaks Kilt Lifter Scottish-Style Ale

Bottle: a great introduction to the style, holds up well, decent overall. Only dig is the light body.

Pours a rich amber from the bottle with a trim white head. Aroma of red grapes and mild hops with charcoal and caramel abounding in the flavor. Refreshing and consistent.

On tap at the Tucson airport. Dark amber with a hint of red. Smells a little off, tastes malty. I’m not a big fan of Scottish Ales, but this is pretty good.

Much the same as my impression with the 8th Street Ale. Better on tap and at cellar temperature. Great aroma of crystal malts and Kent Goldings. Tastes a bit thin compared to other scottish-style ales. Slight smokiness that people seem to think (incorrectly) is the norm for the style. Definitely not major or to an annoying level, as is the case with a number of other American takes on the style. Not a bad beer, but better ones out there.

Thanks to bockyhorsey for this beer. Pours a murky amber color with rimmed head. Sweet malty nose with a hint of honey and peat smoke. Flavor is rather sweet with some smoke, toffee and sugars. Touch of tartness near the end, but it’s nice. Thanks Bill.