Sure, they'll always be known for scotch, but the Scots are doing interesting things to ale these days, too. Now, one of their best concoctions is coming stateside: BrewDog, a microbrew launched in the Aberdeenshire region last year. The core range consists of handcrafted ambers and IPAs, but their best is the Paradox imperial stout—aged in, yes, single-malt whisky casks. This gives the brew just a hint of smokiness; true connoisseurs can even choose between Islay or Speyside varieties. (The Islay casks previously housed vintage Ardbeg and Bowmore.) A few weeks ago, the first container load (1,300 cases) sold out before it hit the dock, but three more are now making their way across the Atlantic and onto select shelves next month. Barring thirsty pirates, of course.