Strong Irish Red

This beer almost meets the BJCP requirements to be called an Irish Red Ale. The disqualifying factor is the ABV of 6%. An Irish Red Ale is characterized by an ABV of 3.8-5%

This beer is on the sweeter, more caramel noted side of Irish Reds. Hops bitterness meets the minimum requirements at 18% with forward floral and herbaceous notes, and spicy earthy background aromas. Minimal heavily roasted malts (in this case chocolate) were used to increase drinkability and soften any roasted, dry biscuit, toasty notes. Head should be persistent and aggressive.

Be EXACT with the grain weights or the SRM will be drastically altered.

Cell count of pitch must be between 3-4x as much as a single packet.

Best served in a Thistle Glass (as shown in picture) - also known as a Scottish Ale Glass. The thistle glass is a variation of the tulip glass designed specifically to look like a thistle. The glass is relatively tall, often holding between 15 and 20 ounces making it slightly larger than your average tulip. It features a long stem, pronounced bowl (or bulb), and is topped with flaring sides. The design is specifically meant to resemble Scotland’s national floral emblem which provides a pretty direct clue towards its usage.