Ale of the Day: Academic Stout - Alechemy

First of all, apologies for the delay in posting, I do hope it's not stopped you sampling the world’s finest ales without me! If it’s any consolation at all, this ale might be worth the wait. The Ale of the Day this time round is awarded to the good people of Alechemy Brewing for their very tasty Academic Stout. At 4.4% ABV this dark session stout is medium strength.

In the glass, this stout is opaque and almost completely black in colour. It smells of roasted malt and chocolate with hints of fruit and coffee flavours. It is firm and smooth in the mouth and tastes of deep, rich malt combined with more chocolate and fruit. To end, it is smooth and it lingers with a minty subtlety and a slightly toasted finish.

This style of rich, creamy stout is exactly to my taste, and served chilled this ale is a very pleasant drinking experience overall. It’s the sort of ale that makes you savour every mouthful which is a compliment of the highest order. So, pour a glass, sit back and enjoy!

My Score: 9/10

Girlfriend’s Score: 8/10

The wee Drunken Chef Rating: 8.5/10

Alechemy beers are brewed at one of two Alechemy Breweries based in Livingston, West Lothian, Scotland.