Ye Olde Devil Nut Brown Ale

[Bluejaye]

This might be the wrong place for this, but what is a Nut Brown ale? Is there a commercial example out there I could try, because I find the name intriquing? Does it actually taste like nuts or something?

[RickBeer]

I don't profess to be an expert at official "types" of beers, but the term "nut brown" refers to the color, not the taste. Why some brown ales do have a "nutty" component, it's generally provided by a grain, not nuts.

There are American Brown ales and English Brown Ales.

In general they are maltier than most beers. The links I provided allow you to see commercial types, see how they are rated, etc. I happen to like Moosedrool and liked New Holland Cabin Fever when I tried it. I think Newcastle is ok, but it doesn't have a lot of flavor.

[Bluejaye]

Thanks! I'll have to stop by the store, I'm sure they must have a Short's or Bell's that I can pick up as a single or a mixed 6-pack, since my store carries a lot of local brews.

But just your description of it being maltier sounds tasty. Might just have to place a BD order to try it myself.

[Tabasco]

I'm guessing its the same HME as the old MrB Englisman's Nut Brown.

It was very good, so I'll likely get it again at some point.

[Bull]

This might be the wrong place for this, but what is a Nut Brown ale? Is there a commercial example out there I could try, because I find the name intriquing? Does it actually taste like nuts or something?

I've brewed it straight up. While not among my most favorites, not a big brown ale fan, it's a good beer.