Beer of the Week: Highland Brewing Gaelic Ale

Beer score: 7.7

Company: Highland Brewing
ABV: 5.8
IBU: 32

A pretty sturdy amber ale. Nice, clean, smooth with a touch of sweetness early on that gives away quickly to a strong burnt bitterness that is not overpowering (though it does come close to crossing that line). Very wet. Perhaps a little orange or lemon in the scent and flavor.

Visually, I've heard this one described as looking like bourbon when you pour it into a clear glass, and I can't say I disagree with that assessment.