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Solpor Scotch Ale

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Solpor's most distinctive beer — a rich, malty Scotch ale reflecting the Celtic connections between Galicia and Scotland. Caramel malt sweetness with a warming finish. One of very few Galician interpretations of the Wee Heavy style.

ABV
7.5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
deep amber20
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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
caramelmaltytoasty
caramel
malty
toasty
honey
bready
dark fruit
Aroma
The nose leads with pronounced caramel and toffee notes, underscored by a gentle malt sweetness that recalls honey and biscuit.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Solpor Scotch Ale

◎ Appearance

Deep amber to brown in color, displaying the characteristic darkness of a Wee Heavy style ale. The beer presents with moderate clarity and a thick, creamy head that demonstrates good retention and lacing. Carbonation is moderate, appropriate to the style's full-bodied character.

deep ambercreamy headgood lacingmoderate carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with pronounced caramel and toffee notes, underscored by a gentle malt sweetness that recalls honey and biscuit. There is a subtle warmth in the background from the spirit character without any sharp alcohol burn. Light toasty notes emerge as the beer opens, contributing earthiness beneath the dominant sweetness.

caramelhoneytoasted grainwarming alcohol

◐ Taste

The palate enters with rich caramel malt sweetness and carries a full, creamy body throughout the tasting. Bitterness is restrained at 20 IBU, allowing the malt profile to dominate without cloying. Mid-palate develops dark fruit and bready undertones, while the overall character remains smooth and well-integrated, with alcohol warmth providing structure.

malt-forwardsmooth bodydark fruitrestrained bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is warm and lingering, with caramel and subtle honey notes persisting on the palate. A gentle warming sensation from the 7.5% ABV extends the experience without becoming hot or harsh.

warming finishlingering caramel
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
84
Appearance
80
Finish
80
Serve at 12–16°C

Serve at 12–16°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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Scotch 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.

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