Heavy Red Horseman
Apocalypse Ale Works

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From:
Apocalypse Ale Works
 
Virginia, United States
Style:
Scotch Ale / Wee Heavy
ABV:
7.4%
Score:
84
Avg:
3.66 | pDev: 18.03%
Reviews:
2
Ratings:
17
Status:
Active
Rated:
Jul 24, 2016
Added:
Dec 05, 2013
Wants:
  1
Gots:
  6
This Scottish Style “Wee Heavy” exhibits three words: BIG, SMOOTH AND MALTY! This ale is deep copper in color with ruby highlights and a creamy head.While you will not pick up any noticeable hop flavor or aroma your tongue will be thrilled with malty sweetness and a hint of smokiness. We take pride in brewing this by classic Scottish brewing techniques that include kettle caramelization and fermentation at 50F degrees for 4 weeks. To be enjoyed with smoked meat, salmon, gouda and swiss with or without a kilt!

Silver Medal 2014 World Beer Cup,
Gold Medal 2014 Virginia Craft Festival.

IBUs: 23
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Ratings by Winfred:
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Rated by Winfred from Virginia

4.65/5  rDev +27%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.75 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.75
Great scotch ale with fruity aftertaste.
May 07, 2015
More User Ratings:
 
Rated: 4.61 by bmjivi221 from Virginia

Jul 24, 2016
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Reviewed by 88caprice from Virginia

3.78/5  rDev +3.3%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.25 | overall: 3.75
On tap.

Pours a deep ruby copper. A thin creamy head sticks around the edge.
Smells of deep caramel sweetness with a slightly tangy, metallic edge.
Tastes crazy sweet. Caramelization is working overtime. A noticeable metallic aftertaste with a touch of tartness. Alcohol shows up a bit.
Mouthfeel is thick, and somewhat cloying. Low carbonation.

Overall: Enjoyed it, but probably not a go-to. Could be described as big rather than complex. Strong, one-dimensional flavor that capitalizes on sweet.
Jul 17, 2016
 
Rated: 3.1 by Gregaroo from Pennsylvania

Mar 30, 2015
 
Rated: 3.06 by Beejay from Virginia

Mar 26, 2015
 
Rated: 3.4 by GrantBrennan from Pennsylvania

Feb 15, 2015
 
Rated: 3.73 by Smaxy from Massachusetts

Jan 11, 2015
 
Rated: 3.5 by Dave_Treat from Virginia

Dec 12, 2014
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Rated by mattyjames72

5/5  rDev +36.6%
An incredible wee heavy
Oct 07, 2014
 
Rated: 3 by JMUduke from Taiwan

Aug 29, 2014
 
Rated: 3.75 by lupercmda from North Carolina

Jul 05, 2014
 
 
Rated: 3.25 by illeagle05 from Virginia

May 26, 2014
 
Rated: 3 by atrocity from Virginia

May 25, 2014
 
Rated: 3.5 by VeganUndead from Virginia

Apr 24, 2014
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Reviewed by Huhzubendah from District of Columbia

2.58/5  rDev -29.5%
look: 4 | smell: 2.75 | taste: 2.25 | feel: 2.75 | overall: 2.5
On draft at Whole Foods in Alexandria, VA.

Copper body with a thin, tan head. Sweet, malty aroma. Fruity and too sweet. While smooth on the palate, the beer is cloying and unrefined. Weak body with present alcohol. Ripe fruits and alcohol sugars. Not a repeat.
Apr 16, 2014
 
Rated: 3.75 by siege06nd from Virginia

Feb 27, 2014
Heavy Red Horseman from Apocalypse Ale Works
Beer rating: 84 out of 100 with 17 ratings