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Tennent's Scotch Ale

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Subtle fruit undertones and a delicate touch of hops lead to a finish of sweet caramel and roasted malt. At 9% ABV this Scotch Ale is heavy and full-bodied, with a surprisingly soft side. Wellpark launched it in 2012, the same year as Tennent’s Extra, and today it travels: the brewery exports it worldwide.

ABV
9%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Roasted bitterness
SRM
dark22
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
caramelmaltyroasted
caramel
malty
roasted
fruity
Aroma
The nose leads with subtle orchard fruit notes—apple and pear—layered beneath a soft, inviting Edelhopfen character that remains restrained.
not found:hoppy,bready,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Tennent's Scotch Ale

◎ Appearance

Deep amber to copper-brown hue, characteristic of a traditional Scotch Ale. The beer displays good clarity with a tight, persistent white head that forms a delicate lacing as you drink. Moderate carbonation supports a refined visual presence without excessive effervescence.

deep ambertight white headclear with retention

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with subtle orchard fruit notes—apple and pear—layered beneath a soft, inviting Edelhopfen character that remains restrained. A foundation of roasted malt and caramel sweetness emerges underneath, creating a warming, approachable bouquet. The 9% ABV is sensed as gentle alcohol warmth rather than sharp spirits.

orchard fruitroasted maltcaramel sweetnesssoft hops

◐ Taste

Entry is full-bodied and smooth, with caramel-forward sweetness balanced by low bitterness (20 IBU). Mid-palate reveals layers of toasted grain and those delicate fruit undertones, while roasted malt notes build complexity. The high alcohol is well-integrated, adding roundness without harshness or heat.

full bodycaramel dominanttoasted grainlow bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish lingers with a sweet malt character and gentle roasted undertones, tapering smoothly without astringency. A soft, warming aftertaste persists, reflecting the beer's balanced nature.

sweet maltsmooth fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
79
Appearance
78
Finish
77
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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About Scotch Ale

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What is a Scotch Ale?

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