Highland Wee Heavy is a rich, malt-forward gluten-free Scottish-style ale that celebrates the deep complexity of one of Scotland's most iconic beer styles. A partial mash of specialty gluten-free malts builds layers of toasted bread crust, biscuit, caramel, light chocolate, and subtle honey-like sweetness on a generous sorghum base, while East Kent Goldings hops provide restrained bitterness that allows the malt to remain the star. Full-bodied, smooth, and warming, this Wee Heavy is perfect for cool evenings, slow sipping, and showcasing the depth achievable in gluten-free brewing.
Ingredients
Grain Bill
- 0.50 lb Munich Millet Malt
- 0.50 lb Crystal Rice Malt
- 0.25 lb Biscuit Rice Malt
- 0.25 lb Cara Millet Malt
- 0.25 lb Chocolate Roasted Vienna Millet Malt
Fermentables
- 13.20 lb Sorghum Syrup
Hops
- 1.60 oz East Kent Goldings Hops (60 min)
- 1.50 oz East Kent Goldings Hops (10 min)
Yeast
- SafAle US-05 Yeast
Yeast Nutrient
Use yeast nutrients according to the manufacturer's dosage and timing recommendations.
Brewing Instructions
Refer to our partial mash brewing tutorials for mash and boil procedures. Follow the yeast manufacturer's recommendations for fermentation and temperature control.
Beer at a Glance
| Beer Style: | Strong Scotch Ale (Wee Heavy) |
| Recipe Type: | Partial Mash |
| Yield: | 5 Gallons |
| IBU: | 28.0 |
| SRM: | 9.8 |
| OG: | 1.089 |
| FG: | 1.022 |
| ABV: | 8.7% |