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Irori

Canada·Peated Scotch Lager
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A tribute to Greg Noonan, owner and head brewer of the Vermont Pub and Brewery for over twenty years, author of several standard works on brewing and a mentor to Godspeed's brewmaster. The beer combines three of Noonan's preoccupations in one recipe: scotch ale, lager and smoked malt. It runs at 8%. Noonan died in 2009; the brewery made the beer with his family's agreement.

ABV
8%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
SRM
deep amber15
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Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
smokymaltydark fruit
smoky
malty
dark fruit
caramel
Aroma
Smoke dominates immediately—a rich, earthy peat character with subtle woodsmoke undertones.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,spicy

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Irori

◎ Appearance

Deep amber to copper-brown, translucent with moderate clarity. The head forms quickly and clings persistently to the glass, leaving thick bands of lacing with each sip. Carbonation appears moderate and even throughout.

deep copperpersistent head lacingtranslucent

◌ Aroma

Smoke dominates immediately—a rich, earthy peat character with subtle woodsmoke undertones. Beneath lies warm Malz sweetness with hints of dark fruit and toffee. The alcohol sits gently in the background, contributing warmth without sharpness.

peat smokedark fruit notesMalz sweetness

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and full-bodied, with smoke and toasted Malz flavors building quickly. The mid-palate reveals caramel richness and dried fruit—plum and raisin—balanced by a subtle, measured bitterness. The 8% alcohol provides body and warmth without harshness, allowing all elements to coexist rather than compete.

smoky Malzcaramel depthdark fruitwarming alcohol

◑ Finish

The finish is long and lingering, with smoke and caramel trailing into the aftertaste. Drying smoke notes persist gently on the palate without becoming harsh.

lingering smokedry finish
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
84
Appearance
80
Finish
78
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Stein

The sturdy German stein maintains temperature and keeps carbonation intact. Built for long, convivial drinking.

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