description Stewart Brewing 80/- Overview
Stewart’s 80/- is a Scottish Heavy ale from Stewart Brewing, the independent brewery based near Edinburgh. The beer has a deep auburn color and a 4.4 percent alcohol content, with published tasting notes describing dried fruit, malt, and a smooth, creamy texture. The name refers to the historic Scottish shilling classifications used for beer, and the style is intended for drinkers who prefer traditional, malt-forward Scottish ales.
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What does the 80/- on Stewart's beer mean?
It refers to the old Scottish shilling naming system, under which beer strengths were denominated as 60/-, 70/-, 80/- and 90/-. An 80 shilling beer sits in the range often called Export, though Stewart's markets theirs as a Scottish Heavy.
What does Stewart's 80/- taste like and how strong is it?
It is 4.4 percent alcohol by volume with a deep auburn color. Published tasting notes point to dried fruit and malt flavors with a smooth, creamy texture typical of Scottish ales.
Who brews Stewart's 80/-?
It comes from Stewart Brewing, an independent Scottish brewery founded in 2004 and based near Edinburgh. The 80/- is one of its flagship traditional offerings.
What other Scottish 80 shilling ales compare to Stewart's 80/-?
The classic reference point is Caledonian Brewery's 80/- from Edinburgh, one of Scotland's best-known versions of the style. Orkney's Dark Island is another traditional Scottish ale often mentioned alongside 80 shilling beers.
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