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The Innis & Gunn Brewing Company was founded in 2003 by Master Brewer Dougal Sharp. The brewery is known for its unique beer maturation process, which involves aging the beer in whisky barrels. It initially gained popularity with its Original Oak Aged Beer.
The company produces a range of beers, including IPAs, lagers, and stouts. Innis & Gunn has won multiple awards for its innovative brewing techniques.
AWARDS
World Beer Awards - Gold
2023
Great Taste Awards - 2 stars
2024
Great Taste Awards - 3 stars
2023, 2022, 2021
BEST The Innis and Gunn Brewing Company Beers
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Best Scottish Beer Styles
Innis & Gunn - Caribbean Rum Cask is a unique beer crafted by The Innis and Gunn Brewing Company. This brew is distinguished by its maturation process, where it spends time aging in casks that previously held Caribbean rum. This imparting of rum-barrel flavors results in a beer with rich, toasty notes of rum, vanilla, and spices, balanced with the smoothness typical of Innis & Gunn offerings.
Each brew of Caribbean Rum Cask is produced with a meticulous focus on quality to ensure a distinct and flavorful drinking experience.
AWARDS
Great Taste Awards - 3 stars
2022
Untappd - 3.5
Islay Whisky Cask Beer is a unique product crafted by The Innis and Gunn Brewing Company. This beer is aged in barrels that previously held Islay whisky, infusing it with complex flavors and a rich aroma. The beer has a notable smokiness and peat character, characteristics typical of Islay whisky.
The aging process allows the beer to absorb the nuances of the whisky cask, producing a beverage with a distinctive depth and smoothness. The Innis and Gunn Brewing Company is well-known for its innovative approach to barrel-aging, making this a standout addition to their lineup.
AWARDS
Great Taste Awards - 3 stars
2023
Untappd - 3.5
The Innis & Gunn - Irish Whiskey Cask is a product crafted by The Innis and Gunn Brewing Company. This distinctive beer is aged in barrels that previously held Irish whiskey, imparting unique flavors and depth. The aging process allows the beer to absorb characteristics from the whiskey casks, resulting in a rich and complex profile.
This beer is known for its smooth finish, with subtle notes of oak, vanilla, and a hint of the whiskey's character. The careful barrel selection and aging process reflect The Innis and Gunn Brewing Company's commitment to producing innovative and high-quality brews.
AWARDS
Great Taste Awards - 3 stars
2021
Untappd - 3.8
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