Scotch Ale is a type of ale created in Edinburgh, Scotland in the 18th century. It is made from malted barley and comes in different strengths ranging from 2.5% to 10.0% alcohol by volume.
Types and styles
Scotch Ale is classified using the shilling system, which groups the beer into four categories based on alcohol content. Scottish Light 60/- has an alcohol content of 2.5–3.2%, Scottish Heavy 70/- ranges from 3.2–3.9%, and Scottish Export 80/- contains 3.9–5.0% alcohol. Strong Scotch Ale, also known as Wee Heavy, has the highest alcohol content at 6.5–10.0%.
How it is made
Scottish Ale ranges in color from dark yellow to dark copper and has low to medium carbonation. It features a malty flavor with a slight hop bitterness and fruity aromas. Strong Scotch Ale has a rich malty taste and aroma with notes of plum, nuts, and/or raisins, characterized by caramel sweetness, slight bitterness, and a light fruity aroma.
Adapted from the Russian Wikipedia article Шотландский эль, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.