Six quality malts give this smooth, medium to full-bodied ale a deep ruby colour and a rich, dominant, sweet maltiness. There is velvety smoothness in the mouth, whilst the aroma is malty and biscuity, with hints of caramel, coffee and chocolate. Allow to warm to around 6-8ºC and notes of smokiness will come through. The use of the English ‘Fuggles’ hop balances the flavour nicely.

6.5% ABV

Brewmaster’s Comments

This is a complex beer, and a really enjoyable challenge to brew. As with many things in life, it all comes down to getting the preparation right – in this case the proper milling and proportions of the different malts is vitally important to the quality of the finished product.

We use 6 malts, 5 of which are specialty malts which add specific characteristics to the brew. For example, Crystal malt gives nice caramel, toffee notes, whilst Smoked malt imparts a very delicate smokiness which is noticeable when the Ale is served at 6-8ºC.

With the use of Ale yeast, fermentation takes place at higher temperatures (18ºC) over 5-6 days.

Tasting Notes

Six quality malts give this smooth, medium to full-bodied ale a deep ruby colour and a rich, dominant, sweet maltiness. There is velvety smoothness in the mouth, whilst the aroma is malty and biscuity, with hints of caramel, coffee and chocolate. Allow to warm to around 6-8ºC and notes of smokiness will come through. The use of the English Fuggles hop balances the flavour nicely.

Packaging

Scotch Ale is available in 1.25L PET riggers online, in supermarkets and liquor outlets; and in kegs for cafes and bars.

Our Range

FERN LAGER

Fresh & Golden

Our classic kiwi style golden lager is extremely easy drinking. It has a delicate fruity aroma and a good balance of malt sweetness and bitterness.

4.0% ABV

PILSNER

Crisp & Refreshing

As smooth as a Nelson sunset…

This golden, refreshing premium lager conjures up a fruity hop aroma, supported by a good malt balance. We’ve left the high hop bitterness of a typical Pilsner behind, to create an easy drinking (and award-winning) style.

5.0% ABV

Dry Hopped Pilsner

Hoppy & Distinct

Having a combination of Comet and Mandarina Bavaria hops gives this classic style a bold citrus and passion fruit taste sensation with a true Pilsner crisp finish.

4.9% ABV

Tasman Reserve

Bold & Bountiful

A lager like no other...blending our FIVE carefully selected hops for a bigger, bolder and more balanced premium lager with a generous fruity aroma, a citrus & passion-fruit flavour and a smooth, stunning hoppy finish.

6.5% ABV

British Best

Great & Proud

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5.0% ABV

NZ Pale Ale

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Brewing traditionally to style, our NZ Pale Ale is brewed with NZ hops and a wonderful fruity aroma and flavour with a tropical and citrus notes.

5.0% ABV

I.P.A.

Fresh & Earthy

This English Classic is brewed with Fuggle hops - giving soft, woody, earthy flavours and a distinctive floral aroma. The hops might be Fuggly…but the beer is beautiful! Well-balanced, with a medium hop bitterness that perfectly complements the malt base.

5.0% ABV

A.P.A.

Spicy & Floral

We’ve made American Pale Ale great again! Really big wonderful hops…Chinook hops…US Cascade Hops, so many hops…So much flavour, citrus, floral, wonderful pine characteristics. Let it warm to 4– 6°C and you’ll climb a wall for another one.

5.0% ABV

West Coast IPA

Bold & Hoppy

We’ve used an abundance of US hops to craft this hop forward West Coast IPA. Dry hopped in the fermenter, this beer displays a moderate floral, piney and citrus aroma and flavour which are typical of American hops.

5.9% ABV

Red IPA

Hearty & Magnificent

Deep red in colour and packed with copious amounts of NZ hops giving bold citrus and tropical notes typical of an IPA. The biscuit, toasted and caramel malt flavours finish this beer off wonderfully.

6.0% ABV

Porter

Dark & Smooth

Once you go black, you can’t go back. This velvety dark ale brings tantalising layers of chocolate, coffee and liquorice together in a rich, full-bodied and classically elegant way. For the ultimate flavour and finish, let it warm to 6-8°C…and see why it’s worth waiting for.

5.0% ABV

Scotch Ale

Deep & Rich

When you want to go deep and rich...there’s nothing like SIX quality malts to get you there. Combining them with Fuggle hops has created a Scotch Ale with pronounced caramel, coffee and chocolate notes. A full-bodied smoothness that is second to none enjoyed at 6-8°C.

6.5% ABV

Apple Cider

Crisp & Tempting

A medium sweet cider traditionally made using Nelson grown apples. Very refreshing with easy drink-ability.

5.7% ABV

Berry Cider

Full & Fruity

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4.5% ABV

Grown Up Lemonade

Fresh & Zesty

A Vodka based lemonade made with real lemon juice which gives a fresh citrus bite. This one’s for grown ups only!

4.0% ABV

Chocolate Porter

Smooth & Silky

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5.0% ABV