McEwan’s Scotch Ale

It’s been a while since I’ve tried that one, but I seem to remember thinking it was OK. Then again, after my most recent blog entry, can you really trust my opinion about beer?

You’re a most benevolet slug-killer.

And you’ll get along well with my hubby if you open him a Boddington’s or a Killkenny. For me, it’s no beer at all, thank you very much.

Paul, based on your last beer review, I would have to ask for a second opinion. Funny story on your site.

Shiz, you can’t go wrong with a Boddington’s Cream Ale or a Kilkenny, or a Harp or Smithick’s in my world.

You have poor taste. McEwan’s Scotch Ale is fantastic.

I have to disagree with your opinion of McEwan’s Scotch Ale. McEwan’s Scotch Ale is my all time favorite beer. I love the taste. I actually have to specially order the beer since nobody around my po-dunk town carries McEwan’s.

After drinking (alot of) this beer this weekend, I must say that it is extremely tasty. What beers (besides Sam Adams) do you enjoy?

Other beers I enjoy are Newcastle Brown Ale, Harp, Gritstone and Guiness.

Rediculous! Nothing could account for someone’s characterizing this beer as “nasty” but a strong aversion to beverages of complex, wonderfully interesting flavors. This beer is patently delicious — anyone in posession of a pallette capable of appreciating the intricacies of fine wines, cheeses, whiskies etc. should love it. I do.

I just had a bottle of it today. Absolutely fantastic stuff; even better than Sam Smith’s, which is now the second best nutty-tasting beer that i’ve had. It really is the sort of stuff that a brewer could be proud of.

Drinking my first one right now. Interesting malty flavor, but too sweet for my taste. Not worth the import price ($9 in northern NJ) IMO, despite the higher alc content. Ahh well, only five more to go.

I have been drinking beer for quite some time, and McEwan’s is my all-time favorite. I discovered it about 6 months ago and drink it every chance I get. Although a bit pricey at $9.99 a six pack, the incredible taste and *5 alcohol content make it an easy choice; I just wish there were more places in northeast Massachusetts that sold it. I have found it consistently at Rapid Liquors on Rt. 28 Stoneham. Can anyone give me a source for distributers of this delicious nectar of the Gods?

tried it for the first time today, delicious…usually a guinness, kilkenny, or caffrey’s buff…but this really has flavour

This beer is legendary.

You can’t be 21088 serious?!?

It’s a year later and I still have two McEwan bottles in the basement beside my hockey equipment. I can’t be bothered drinking them and can’t seem to find anyone to give them too.

This is my favorite beer! I discovered in a local Irish Pub and have enjoyed it for serveral years now.
Its a true beer lovers beer, not for the weak palates who desire watered down brew. Its flavor is rich and full bodied with a sweet and smokey taste.
It packs a punch with a high alc/vol of 8% and should be enjoyed responsibly.

This is a great beer… you also have to remember the history of McEwan’s… for 150 yrs this was THE stong beer and has a huge traditon in the pubs of the UK. Sit down in a local pub and ask for a McEwan’s and you’llget a knowing nod from the barkeep and be welcomed by the locals…

Had a bit of a Shery after taste…could not drink lots of this stuff at one sitting but makes a great after dinner drink. Never tasted anything like it as far as ales go.

Total bullocks… Scotch ale is a truly great beer. I agree with the gentleman who noted that it is a conoisseur’s beer- not a watered down sissy’s lager. This is a flavour-laden beer not for Miller Lite drinkers.

just had my firsy taste of the beer. I think I’ve found my new favorite. I couldn’t put down the first bottle. The delightful initially sweet taste cecedes to a calm and full bodied rich taste that wasn’t bitter or dipleasing in any way whatsoever. The only downdraw… I have a weak stomach…. I would have more and more but I must partake in modaration. Dammit!!

I found a bottle of McEwan’s Scotch Ale at a specialty store on the square in Roanoke, VA. It was only sold in singles so I grabbed one to try. I was blown away…possibly the best tasting beer I’ve had…mind you there are still more to try…but, I would be very satisfied to have only this one from now on. The difficulty has been finding someone who carries it. I have found a place that can order it close to Roanoke, the problem lies in the fact that I live in Nashville. If there is anyone out there that knows if it’s available anywhere in middle tennessee shoot me an email at dajgolf@hotmail.com.

It’s my favorite beer on the planet. Sorry the original poster lost his/her tastebuds in the war.