It’s definitely that time of the day again! Having sampled
a truly superb ale with dinner tonight, I feel it is only fair that I sneak in
a quick ale of the day post before the clock strikes midnight! Today’s
deserving recipient of the prestigious wee Drunken Chef Ale of the Day Award
goes to Brewed Awakening, a coffee infused stout from the good people of the
Cromarty Brewing Company. Weighing in at 4.7% ABV, this is a medium strength stout
infused with locally ground Arabica coffee beans.
This is a really, REALLY drinkable ale. When poured it is very dark brown
and slightly reddish. True to its word, the aroma is predominantly coffee with
hints of roasted malt, cocoa and some caramel. It remains reminiscent of coffee
on the tongue and throughout the aftertaste, and there is a subtle suggestion of
milk chocolate and more malt flavour. This ale is so easy-drinking I found mine had disappeared disappointingly quickly! If I’d have had another bottle to hand I would not have
hesitated having a second glass. All in all, very pleasant indeed.
My Score: 9/10
Girlfriend’s Score: 9/10
The wee Drunken Chef Rating: 9/10
The Cromarty Brewing Company, opened in 2011, is a family run
brewery based in Cromarty in the Highlands of Scotland.
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