14A. Ale

Scottish Light

Scottish Light beer style — watercolor illustration
原始比重 1.030-1.035
终末比重 1.010-1.013
苦度值 10-20
SRM
19.5 Brown
酒精度 2.85%

描述

A malt-focused, generally caramelly beer with perhaps a few esters and occasionally a butterscotch-like aftertaste. Hops are only to moderate bitterness.

香气

Low to moderate caramel and lightly toasty malt aroma. Very low hop aroma. Possible low fruity esters and faint butterscotch. Malt-focused and gentle.

外观

Pale amber to light brown, 10-25 SRM. Clear. Tan to off-white head with moderate retention.

风味

Low to moderate caramel malt sweetness. Very low hop bitterness. Possible slight butterscotch. Low fruity esters. Sweet to semi-dry finish. Malt-focused and understated.

口感

Light to medium-light body with low to moderate carbonation. Smooth and thin. Very easy to drink.

历史

Scotland's lightest and weakest session ale, historically designated by the shilling system (60/-) reflecting historical tax rates. Part of a continuous strength range unique to Scottish brewing. Brewed to be consumed in quantity with minimal intoxicating effect. Historically the everyday Scottish working-class beer.

商业示例

McEwan's 60/- Belhaven 60/- (historical) Caledonian 60/- Traquair Bear Ale

常见问题

What is Scottish Light beer?
Scottish Light 60/- (BJCP 14A) — a low-gravity, malt-focused Scottish session ale. Style guide.
What is the ABV of Scottish Light?
Scottish Light has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 2.5-3.2%.
How bitter is Scottish Light beer?
Scottish Light measures 10-20 IBU (International Bitterness Units).
What are some examples of Scottish Light beers?
McEwan's 60/-, Belhaven 60/- (historical), Caledonian 60/-, Traquair Bear Ale

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