Topic Archives: Belgian Scotch Ales

Posted in French Broad Brewing, Seasonal Return

French Broad Wee-Heaviest Belgian Scotch Ale

2011 marks the 3rd year of this release from French Broad Brewing (Asheville, NC).  Wee-Heaviest Belgian Scotch Ale is of course the Belgian edition of French Broad’s flagship beer – Wee-Heavier Scotch Ale.

The brewers uses a Fantome yeast to “Belgianize” this scotch ale, along with streusel spalt hops.

Style: Scotch Ale/Wee Heavy

Taste Expectations: Big on malt, caramel with a touch of brown sugar.  Dark fruit & cherry surface from the Belgian yeast.

Availability: On tap at French Broad Asheville, 22oz bombers elsewhere. Winter seasonal release.

10.1% ABV

Posted in New Releases

NEW RELEASE: Ommegang Cup O Kyndnes

The next brew in Ommegang’s Limited Edition Series has arrived, “Cup O Kyndness.”  Kyndness follows Zuur, a flanders red ale collaboration between the Cooperstown, NY brewery and Liefmans  Brewery in Belgium.

Commercial Description:
The Belgian-Scotch brewing connectiondates to World War I when thousands of Scotsman spent years in Belgium.  To satisfy their new customers, Belgian brewers learned to brewe Scotch-style ales, and the styles became a  new and significant part of teh Belgian brewing tradition.  This fine Ommegang ale uses heather tips and a wee bit of smoked malt to bring the taste and aroma of Scotland to the forefront.

Style: Scottish Ale. (With a Belgian flair)

Taste Expectations: Smoky and roasty.  Scotch malt flavors with a definite Belgian flair.  This beer is caramelly, nutty, smoky and complex.

Availability: 750 ML Corked & Caged.  Draft.  Limited one time brew.  (For now)

6.6% ABV

“An wil tak a cup o kyndnes yet, fir ald land syn.” — Robert Burns



Posted in Great Cause, Terrapin Beer Company

Terrapin Reunion 2010 Arrives Today!

Every one was starting wonder when this beer was going to hit.  Well it’s being delivered today.   Just to recap –

What is Reunion?  Virgina McLean, partner in the Reunion project, died from complications from multiple myeloma in June, 2007.   She had a fantastic quote“Cancer can cause my death, but it can only take my life if I give it that.” Virginia is the inspiration for the Reunion project, a way to drink good beer and raise money for the Institute for & Bone Cancer Research.  100% of the proceeds go straight to IMBCR. (www.imbcr.org)  This Institute works to prolong the life of individuals suffering from the currently incurable form of bone cancer, and hopes to one day find a cure. This institute does not have a huge operating budget — and proceeds from this Reunion project really make a difference.

Reunion 2010 is Belgian style scotch ale.   It’s brewed with 5 different malts, and hopped with Kent Golding.  A Trappist yeast was used on a scotch ale recipe… thus Belgian style scotch ale.

Availability —  22oz Bottles and Draft.  Draft will be featured at Taco Mac restaurants.

8.5% ABV

SBS Imports (www.sbs-imports.com) is a proud partner in the project also.  SBS is an importers of beers and ciders like Aspall and De Proef.  To read more, AND/or to donate  – www.reunionbeer.com and www.imbcr.org

Posted in Great Cause, Terrapin Beer Company

COMING SOON: Reunion Beer 2010

The fourth edition of Reunion Beer is headed to shelves.  While this is the 4th brew of Reunion, this is Terrapin’s 2nd year being involved in the project.

What is Reunion?  Virgina McLean, partner in the Reunion project, died from complications from multiple myeloma in June, 2007.   She had a fantastic quote “Cancer can cause my death, but it can only take my life if I give it that.” Virginia is the inspiration for the Reunion project, a way to drink good beer and raise money for the Institute for & Bone Cancer Research.  100% of the proceeds go straight to IMBCR. (www.imbcr.org)  This Institute works to prolong the life of individuals suffering from the currently incurable form of bone cancer, and hopes to one day find a cure. This institute does not have a huge operating budget — and proceeds from this Reunion project really make a difference.

Reunion 2010 is Belgian style scotch ale.   It’s brewed with 5 different malts, and hopped with Kent Golding.  A Trappist yeast was used on a scotch ale recipe… thus Belgian style scotch ale.

From the label –

” This year’s beer is Belgian-style Scotch Ale  an nod to Virginia’s Scottish heritage.  The beer boasts a deep amber color with a rich malt palate and subdued hop notes in the finish.. We used an authentic Trappist Belgian yeast strain for complexity and its brewed to an orginal gravity of 1078 and has 30 units of bitterness.  Many thanks to all those who have supported this project and helped us honor Virginia’s memory.  Cheers  Pete & Alan”

Availability – July 2010.  22oz Bottles and Draft.  Draft will be featured at Taco Mac restaurants.  Release party dates will be happening in Atlanta.  More to follow…

8.5% ABV

SBS Imports (www.sbs-imports.com) is a proud partner in the project also.  SBS is an importers of beers and ciders like Aspall and De Proef.

To read more, AND/or to donate —

www.reunionbeer.com and www.imbcr.org