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Tempest Brewing Company in Tweedbank, Scotland reimagines the traditional wee heavy with Cranachan, a full-bodied scotch ale built on dark, rich malt and enhanced with raspberries, toasted oats, honey and lactose. At 6% ABV, it delivers surprising depth without the heaviness typical of the style. Dark malt provides warm, sweet character balanced by the creamy mouthfeel of lactose and the subtle fruitiness of raspberry. Toasted oats contribute a gentle, nutty complexity that grounds the sweetness. Honey rounds out the profile with a smooth finish that lingers without overwhelming.