Le Corsaire Arnaqueuse Scotch Ale

Brewed by Microbrasserie Le Corsaire
Style: Scotch Ale
Lévis, Canada

Sample tray. Looks like a glass of coke. Light sweet coffee and toffee scent. Thicker than expected body like silky syrup. Toffee flavour.

My Bottom Line:
The intensely fruity caramel sweetness of this lazy Scotch Ale dwelled in a slick and almost syrupy mouthfeel which did not encourage subsequent inquisitive sips.

Further Personal Perceptions:
-There is no head whatsoever atop the translucent dark ochre.
-Oddly enough, the loose bubbling I got in the mouthfeel is the contrary of Rasta’s aggressive effervescence. I can’t say this near lack of carbonation helped at all.
-The fruitiness was akin to berries, black grapes (vinous notes) and cherries.
-Earthy hop bitterness is moderate, yet it works well with the light smokiness of the malt profile.

On tap at the brewpub.

Deep, but clear mahogany/brown ale that does not quite manage at reaching the malt decadence climax scotch ales frequently inspire. Its main fault to me was the agressive effervescence which cut short the unfolding of any complexity trace. Its caramelized side is aptly accompanied by gentle earth cherry tones, but lacks any earthiness, chocolate or smokey nuances. It remains mostly bready/toasty and fairly simple ultimately. Surprisingly dry finish also which must certainly be related to the considerably mineral palate.