90
Overall
Aroma
10
Flavor
19
Mouthfeel
5
Appearance
3
Arvada, CO
What Our Editors Thought
“Smoke leads the nose, pairing cleanly with underlying sweetness. The sip moves from sweet to bitter and back to smoke, leaving impressions of burnt-sugar caramel and coffee.”
What Our Panel Thought
“Smoke adjunct provides a meaty, ham-like aroma. Flavor is balanced, smoke is mild. Sweet rich malt character with some smoke coming forward. Light bacon soaked in a plum-fig sauce. Rich finish with more dark-fruit notes.”
What the Brewers Say
“Big and bold Scotch ale with notes of toffee, caramel, and a touch of peat smoke.”
Review printed in: From Grain to Class (Spring 2026)
View All IssuesDate Reviewed: December 9, 2025