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Beer With Character From the Scottish Borders
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Merlin, the mythological yet historical bard at the center of Britain’s sixth century history, possessed of wisdom and power for those who sought him out, was seen as "Trickster and Master of the Beasts, Lord of the Wild Hunt; and, emerging from the wilderness chaos, the Incarnation of Divinity, Guardian of the Grail, and sacrificial Savior and Victim."1 Though we claim no magical powers for Merlin’s™ Ale, or divine inspiration from drinking it, we do believe it will entice beer enthusiasts far and wide. Brewed in the heart of the Scottish Border Hill Country at Broughton, close to the site of Merlin’s forays in the Caledonian Forest, this eighty-shilling ESB style is an enchanting Scottish ale. Deep golden in color, with a mildly hoppy aroma, it has on the palate a soft, magical balance of fruitiness and hoppiness, and a cleanly bitter, dry finish that lingers pleasantly, especially with roast pork, chicken, seafood and apple dishes. (Merlin is envisioned by scholars uttering his prophecies below a magical apple-tree, prophecies which were perhaps induced by the magical power of its fruit.1) Best served at about 50-55°F. Suggested food pairings. |
 Check out Dishes With Character from Tim Schafer, The Brew Chef™ on our Beer and Food page. They're delicious with these Scottish Beers With Character™! |
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| Available in 12 bottle cases of half-liter bottles. Original gravity - 1042; international bitterness units - 35-40; 3.3% abw; 4.2% abv; shelf life - at least eighteen months at 55-60°F. 1(The Quest for Merlin, ©1985, Nikolai Tolstoy.) | |
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