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Judge's Review: 93 Rating - Highland Charge Wee Heavy Scottish Ale by Heathen Brewing

May, 2018
Judges Rating: 
93
Aroma: 
23 / 24
Appearance: 
5 / 6
Flavor: 
38 / 40
Mouthfeel: 
8 / 10
Overall Impression: 
19 / 20

Highland Charge Wee Heavy Scottish Ale by Heathen Brewing falls under the category of (#17C) - Wee Heavy of the 2015 BJCP Guidelines. The pour of this beer revealed a nice dark brown hue with minimal carbonation. The aroma had hints of chocolate, dried fruit and minimal hop overtones. The flavors revealed wonderful malt sweetness, chocolate, raisins, blackcurrants, light caramel, subtle roasted malts and low bitterning hops. The mouthfeel and body were medium/heavy with low carbonation, which is acceptable for the style. It finishes nice and smooth with a bit of an alchohol warmth in the finish as this beer is 10% ABV.  Nicely made beer with a lot character.