description Belhaven 80/- Overview
Belhaven 80/- is a Scottish heavy ale produced by Belhaven Brewery, whose brewery is in Dunbar, East Lothian. The name uses the traditional Scottish shilling designation for an 80-shilling beer, a category generally associated with fuller-bodied ales. The beer is identified by a copper color and a malt-led profile with noticeable sweetness. It is intended for drinkers seeking a traditional Scottish ale rather than a pale or highly hop-driven beer.
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What does the 80/- in Belhaven 80/- mean?
It is the traditional Scottish shilling designation for beer strength, where 80 shillings indicates a 'heavy' ale. In that system 60/- is a light ale and 90/- an export, so 80/- sits in the fuller-bodied middle.
How old is the Belhaven Brewery that makes it?
Belhaven traces its brewing history back to 1719, making it Scotland's oldest working brewery, located in Dunbar, East Lothian. It has been owned by Greene King since 2005.
What does Belhaven 80/- taste like?
It is a classic Scottish heavy: malty with toffee and biscuit notes, a gentle roast edge and restrained hopping. The mouthfeel is smooth and the finish mildly sweet, true to the style.
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