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

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17 years in the making, NZ Hops newly launched Nectaron® hop is a hit with brewers around the world. Nectaron® has intensely tropical, citrus and stonefruit characteristics – perfect for our Strong Pale Ale..

5.7% ABV

Chasing Hazy

Our brewers have created this juicy hop bomb that delivers citrus, passionfruit and stone-fruit flavours. Chasing Hazy is distinctively soft with a smooth body and just the right amount of bitterness.

5.2% ABV

FERN LAGER

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

OG PILSNER

The original Sprig + Fern Brewing Co. Pilsner. This golden, refreshing beer 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 awardwinning) style.

5.0% ABV

LOCAL PINNER

NZ PILSNER

Local Pinner is an aromatic, crisp, and hopforward New Zealand Pilsner. Local Pinner is the exemplar, showcasing citrus and tropical fruit characters.

4.8% ABV

Tasman Reserve PREMIUM LAGER

A lager like no other and world-famous in New Zealand. Tasman Reserve features five carefully selected hops for a bigger, bolder and more balanced premium lager with a generous fruityaroma, a citrus and passionfruit flavour and a smooth, hoppy finish.

6.5% ABV

GINGER BEER

Smooth and refreshing! Our non-alcoholic ginger beer has a medium ginger spice that lingers in your mouth for just the right amount of time.
NON-ALCOHOLIC

NZPA

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5.0% ABV

FUTURE'S GOLD IPA

This English Classic is brewed with Fuggle
hops - giving soft, woody, earthy flavours
and a distinctive floral aroma. Well-balanced,
with a medium hop bitterness that perfectly
complements the malt base
5.0% ABV

ALPHA APA

Our Alpha American Pale Ale is the leader of the
pack. Featuring big wonderful US hops; Chinook,
Cascade and a couple of others. Our brew team
has packed so much flavour into this APA, with
citrus, floral, and wonderful pine characteristics.

5.0% ABV

DOGTOWN
WCIPA

We’ve used an abundance of US hops , chosen for
the characteristics that all good WCIPAs should
boast: bittering, flavor and aroma. Dry hopped
in the fermenter this beer has floral, piney and
citrus notes

5.9% ABV

Sailor's Warning

Red IPA

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

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.

5.0% ABV

Grown Up Lemonade

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

4.0% ABV

Apple Cider

A medium cider traditionally made using a variety
of Nelson-grown apples. Very refreshing with
easy drinkability.

5.7% ABV

Berry Cider

Tarty, vibrant and moreish. Made by mixing our
apple cider with a selection of berry fruit juices,
our berry cider is… lush. A refreshing and mouthwatering taste sensation. A classic.

4.5% ABV