Although several craft brewers occasionally produce rye beers. Sometimes seasoned with spices or Herb's. Scotch Ale Scotland's Ales are generally malty with a full body. In the rest of the world, Scottish brewers are especially known for strong examples. These beers go well with smoked meats and sharp cheeses.
Modern brewers add spices for flavor and complexity.
Anchor Steam Beer, New England Atlantic Amber. Stout Almost black, roasty brew made from by top fermentation. English Stout is often sweet, and is a good mid-afternoon restorative. Good with oysters. Best not chilled.