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Traquair House Ale

Traquair House Ale is a Scottish ale first brewed in 1965 and sold worldwide.

Last updated September 15, 2026

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Overview

Traquair House Ale is a beer produced by Traquair House Brewery. It was first brewed in 1965 and is now sold all over the world. It is described as perhaps the most distinctive Scottish ale on the market, with a rich dark oakiness, making it a serious winter ale. It has received awards including a Ratebeer overall rating of 97, Beer Advocate World Class, and Top 50 World Beers at the International Beer Competition in 2006 and 2007.

History

Traquair House Ale was first brewed in 1965. The brewery was discovered by the father of the current owner, who began brewing again in 1965. The ale is now sold all over the world.

Products and positioning

Perhaps the most distinctive Scottish ale on the market, with rich dark oakiness, a serious winter ale.

  • Traquair House Ale

    ABC 7.2% (Bottled). The original ale first brewed in 1965 and now sold all over the world. Perhaps the most distinctive Scottish ale on the market and with its rich dark oakiness, this is a serious winter ale.

  • Traquair Jacobite Ale

    ABV 8% (Bottled). Brewed to celebrate the anniversary of the 1745 Jacobite rebellion the ale proved to be so popular it has become a permanent addition to the range. Based on an eighteenth century recipe the ale is spiced with coriander which gives a remarkably fresh aftertaste.

  • BEAR Ale

    ABV 5% (Available on draught and bottled). Traquair’s original draught ale was bottled for the first time in 1996 and is increasingly popular amongst those looking for lighter ale with the unique Traquair flavour. A rich amber coloured ale with hints of oakiness and strong malty flavours.

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