Scotch Ale / Wee Heavy

Rich, sweet malt depth with caramel, toffee, and fruity flavors. Full-bodied and chewy, with warming alcohol.

Season(s)

Overall Flavor Profile

Fall, Winter

Malt: Fruit & Toffee

Overall Intensity

Color

Strong

Light Copper - Reddish Brown

IBU Range

ABV Range

-

6.5 - 10%

Special Food Flavors

Carmelized, Fruity, Malty & Sweet, Peat, Peppery & Earthy, Rich & Savory, Roasted, Smoky & Burnt, Toasted, Toffee

Common Examples

Belhaven Wee Heavy, Broughton Old Jock, Gordon Highland Scotch Ale, Inveralmond Blackfriar, McEwan's Scotch Ale, Orkney Skull Splitter, Traquair House Ale, The Duck-Rabbit Wee Heavy Scotch-Style Ale.