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Sly Fox Gang Aft Agley Scottish Ale

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Named after the Robert Burns line 'the best laid schemes o' mice an' men gang aft agley.' A classic Scottish-style ale with rich caramel malt, light peat smoke and a clean, satisfying finish. One of Pennsylvania's finest malt-forward ales.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
deep amber18
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
caramelmaltytoasty
caramel
malty
toasty
clean
smoky
earthy
Aroma
The nose opens with inviting caramel malt sweetness and subtle toasted grain notes, complemented by faint peat smoke that adds complexity without overwhelming.
also:bready
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,spicy

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Sly Fox Gang Aft Agley Scottish Ale

◎ Appearance

Deep amber to copper hue with excellent clarity and a modest but persistent head. The color reflects the rich caramel malt backbone at an SRM of 18, suggesting a well-crafted traditional Scottish ale with inviting visual warmth.

deep ambercopperclearpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with inviting caramel malt sweetness and subtle toasted grain notes, complemented by faint peat smoke that adds complexity without overwhelming. Light earthy undertones round out an approachable, classic Scottish profile.

caramel malttoasted grainsubtle peatearthy

◐ Taste

Rich caramel malt dominates the palate with bread-like grain character providing a satisfying, smooth foundation. The light peat smoke integrates beautifully, while subtle dark fruit notes emerge mid-palate, all balanced by restrained bitterness (20 IBU) that complements rather than challenges.

caramel maltbread grainsmooth palatebalanced

◑ Finish

Clean and dry finish with excellent drinkability, allowing the malt character to fade gracefully without lingering harshness. The 5% ABV ensures a crisp, satisfying conclusion that invites another sip.

cleandrycrisp
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
83
Appearance
81
Finish
82
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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About Scottish Ale

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What is a Scottish Ale?

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