In the primary, the fermentation was so robust, I had to use a blow-off hose on my 6.5 gallon carboy! The high malt content must have gotten that yeast off to a great start!I did expect Smoked Scotch Ale to be much smokier. The peated malt smelled wonderful. But with only 4 oz of it in the 5 gallon batch, I couldn't taste it in the ale. Next time I would double or triple the amount. I put this ale on nitrogen. Smooth, malty and creamy. The high alcohol level did not make the taste harsh. It was delicious! If you like malty beers - this is a great one!

I like this kit for quick and easy Scotch Ale I sometimes add about 2lbs of LME to kick up the alcohol content

I really enjoyed this brew. Very complex flavors. Only my second Scotch Ale, but I will do it again. Not a beer where you would drink 3 22oz btls back to back, but 1 will leave you feeling very satisfied. yeast starter strongly recommended. I did 3 weeks in a primary, 1 week secondary and a month in the btl. It continued to age well over the summer. Just finished my last one.

...and it was so worth it. I wanted so badly to taste this beer. It was one of two brews that we made while I was pregnant (my husband got to make IPA's that whole year, so I made two to store for myself when I had our baby). I didn't want to share these beers. I must purchase this kit again. Very tasty, smokey, and much better over time. Let this one sit for awhile before popping open. 2 weeks in the bottles is not enough. If you can stand it, let sit for at least 6 weeks. So ..... Good.....