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Champion Beer of Scotland

The Champion Beer of Scotland recognises the best beer that can be found specifically in Scotland.

Cairngorm Black Gold

Cairngorm Black Gold

This year’s Champion Beer of Scotland went to Cairngorm Brewery’s Black Gold, a session stout at 4.4% ABV.

A worthy winner of the prestigious award, Black Gold was described by judges as having a roast malt which dominates throughout, with a slight smoky aroma which led into liquorice and blackcurrant flavours for a subtle sweetness. The sweet background flavour is complemented by a very long, dry bitter finish.

Image: Ayrshire & Wigtownshire CAMRA member and festival volunteer Fiona McIsaac with a pint of the winning beer.

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Finalists

Cairngorm Black Gold
Cairngorm Black Gold 4.4%
The session stout was described by judges as having a roast malt which dominates throughout, with a slight smoky aroma which led into liquorice and blackcurrant flavours for a subtle sweetness.
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Loch Lomond Bravehop IPA
Loch Lomond Bravehop IPA 6%
Runners up in the Scottish competition were silver prize winner Loch Lomond Brewery’s Bravehop IPA
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Swannay Dark Munro
Swannay Dark Munro 4%
Bronze winner Swannay Brewery’s Dark Munro - The nose presents an intense roast hit which is followed by plums and blackcurrant in the mouth. The strong roast malt continues into the aftertaste.
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