Flavor Profile
How this beer tastes, mapped across 48 flavour tags
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About Scottish Ale
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What is a Scottish Ale?
Scottish Ale is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.
Finding a similar Scottish Ale
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Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Founders Dirty Bastard
Serve at 12–16°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.
Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Founders Dirty Bastard
◎ Appearance
Deep amber to dark brown in color, demonstrating the rich malt bill characteristic of Scottish Wee Heavies. Excellent head retention with a tan, creamy foam that clings to the glass. Clear with good body evident in the slow pour.
◌ Aroma
Inviting nose of roasted and smoked malts blended with caramel sweetness and subtle toffee notes. Dark fruit esters emerge alongside earthy undertones with a touch of alcohol warmth. Complex aromatic profile that showcases the malt-forward character of the style.
◐ Taste
Bold, full-bodied palate opens with rich caramel and toffee sweetness, transitioning through roasted and nutty flavors. Smoked malt character provides depth and complexity, balanced by moderate bitterness and warming alcohol. Dark fruit notes persist through the mid-palate, creating a sophisticated, layered experience.
◑ Finish
Warming, lingering finish that showcases the 8.5% ABV with pleasant alcohol heat. Residual sweetness and roasted flavors fade gradually, leaving a satisfying aftertaste of toffee and toasted bread.
Food Pairing
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