On cask, sweet booze & pithy bitterness are accentuated. It does mellow out as it continues to warm, with the light carbonation smoothing things out considerably. I don't know if it was flatness or extra hops, but I do think regular carbonation made for a better-balanced beer.

Absolutely delicious caramel & malt centric Scotch ale. Clear as a bell - no wet hay here. Lemon verbena & tart cherries are overtones rather than overt, and add a freshness that really helps its drinkability. Yum!

Smoke character is minimal. Lots of hops, medium-strong bitter finish. Not much else of note.

A barrel aged lager! Brandy character nice and prominent, with a nice mild tartness. Strong alcohol and slightly bitter finish. But yum! Two strong Ballast Point beers in a row.