Some new ones from Broughton Ales of the U.K.
Black Douglas Ale...$4.99 / pint
"Sir James Douglas, known as Black Douglas and the G
ood Sir James, was the trusted friend of Robert the Bruce, joining him in the war for independence against England. Douglas' exploits made him the terror of the Border Country of Scotland, where Black Douglas™ Ale is brewed by Broughton Ales, Ltd.
In 1327 Douglas succeeded in ending the English campaign. At The Bruce's deathbed, shortly thereafter, he promised to take the king's heart to the Crusades and fight for the cause. This he did, but died in battle in Spain helping the Spanish king fight the Moors.
The power and character of this exceptional knight, one of Scotland's heroes is, we believe, reflected in this dark ruby, traditional ale which bears his name. Medium-bodied, with a subtle hop aroma, on the palate this luxurious beer has a deep, full flavor which balances a toasty maltiness, mild bitterness, and a hint of sweet herbs. It finishes clean and mostly dry, but with a faintly subtle sweetness." -- importer
Merlin Ale....$4.99 / pint
Merlin, the mythological yet historical bard at the center of Britain’s sixth ce
ntury history, possessed of wisdom and power for those who sought him out, was seen as "Trickster and Master of the Beasts, Lord of the Wild Hunt; and, emerging from the wilderness chaos, the Incarnation of Divinity, Guardian of the Grail, and sacrificial Savior and Victim."1
Though we claim no magical powers for Merlin’s™ Ale, or divine inspiration from drinking it, we do believe it will entice beer enthusiasts far and wide. Brewed in the heart of the Scottish Border Hill Country at Broughton, close to the site of Merlin’s forays in the Caledonian Forest, this eighty-shilling ESB style is an enchanting Scottish ale.
Deep golden in color, with a mildly hoppy aroma, it has on the palate a soft, magical balance of fruitiness and hoppiness, and a cleanly bitter, dry finish that lingers pleasantly, especially with roast pork, chicken, seafood and apple dishes. (Merlin is envisioned by scholars uttering his prophecies below a magical apple-tree, prophecies which were perhaps induced by the magical power of its fruit.1)
"Sir James Douglas, known as Black Douglas and the G
ood Sir James, was the trusted friend of Robert the Bruce, joining him in the war for independence against England. Douglas' exploits made him the terror of the Border Country of Scotland, where Black Douglas™ Ale is brewed by Broughton Ales, Ltd.In 1327 Douglas succeeded in ending the English campaign. At The Bruce's deathbed, shortly thereafter, he promised to take the king's heart to the Crusades and fight for the cause. This he did, but died in battle in Spain helping the Spanish king fight the Moors.
The power and character of this exceptional knight, one of Scotland's heroes is, we believe, reflected in this dark ruby, traditional ale which bears his name. Medium-bodied, with a subtle hop aroma, on the palate this luxurious beer has a deep, full flavor which balances a toasty maltiness, mild bitterness, and a hint of sweet herbs. It finishes clean and mostly dry, but with a faintly subtle sweetness." -- importer
Merlin Ale....$4.99 / pint
Merlin, the mythological yet historical bard at the center of Britain’s sixth ce
ntury history, possessed of wisdom and power for those who sought him out, was seen as "Trickster and Master of the Beasts, Lord of the Wild Hunt; and, emerging from the wilderness chaos, the Incarnation of Divinity, Guardian of the Grail, and sacrificial Savior and Victim."1Though we claim no magical powers for Merlin’s™ Ale, or divine inspiration from drinking it, we do believe it will entice beer enthusiasts far and wide. Brewed in the heart of the Scottish Border Hill Country at Broughton, close to the site of Merlin’s forays in the Caledonian Forest, this eighty-shilling ESB style is an enchanting Scottish ale.
Deep golden in color, with a mildly hoppy aroma, it has on the palate a soft, magical balance of fruitiness and hoppiness, and a cleanly bitter, dry finish that lingers pleasantly, especially with roast pork, chicken, seafood and apple dishes. (Merlin is envisioned by scholars uttering his prophecies below a magical apple-tree, prophecies which were perhaps induced by the magical power of its fruit.1)
Old Jock Ale....$4.99 / pint
"Brewed in the heart of the Scottish Border Hill Country fr
om where, for centuries, Scotland has recruited soldiers for her famous Highland and Lowland Regiments. The Scottish soldier—familiarly known as ‘Jock’—is renowned and respected the world over. These powerful fighting men, in the tradition of Robert the Bruce and William Wallace, enjoy robust beers in their off-duty hours. Old Jock Ale is a tribute to them—and a “wee heavy” brewed to satisfy not only their lusty thirsts, but those of discriminating beer drinkers of every clan.Dark copper in color, with a malty/fruity nose, this soft, medium bodied ale is just slightly sweet up-front, with malt and a hint of licorice throughout the palate, and more complex fruit mid-palate and at the finish, which lingers pleasantly. Less sweet than and not as “thick” as most Scotch ales, Old Jock could be the inspiration for the immortal words of Scottish poet (and brewer) Robert Burns: “We’ll tak a cup o’ kindness yet, For auld lang syne.” For auld lang syne or any other occasion, Old Jock is truly a cup of kindness for beer enthusiasts." -- importer
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