BESTMALZ
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Red X Malt - Bestmalz

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BEST Red X® malt is crafted to produce vibrant, red-hued beers, capable of constituting up to 100% of the grain bill. Its unique formulation delivers a consistent, rich reddish colour and imparts fruity, sherry-like flavours. Primarily intended for a P12 beer style, BEST Red X® also adapts well to stronger brews when combined with a portion of BEST Pilsener malt to retain its red hue in higher gravity beers.

  1. Wort Colour: 28-32 EBC
  2. Usage: Up to 100% of the grain bill for red beers
  3. Beer Styles: Red Ales, Altbier, Dunkel, Wheat Beers, Speciality Beers

Description

What is BEST Red X®?

BEST Red X® is a speciality malt specifically developed to add an intense, natural red colour to beers. Brewed from premium European barley, this malt excels in versatility, whether used alone or combined with other malts.

How to Use BEST Red X®

BEST Red X® can make up to 100% of the malt bill, which allows brewers to achieve an even red colour without the need for additional speciality malts. It’s particularly suitable for creating red ales, Altbiers, and Dunkels.

Flavour Profile

With hints of passion fruit and sherry, BEST Red X® enriches beer with a fruity, mildly sweet undertone, perfect for adding complexity to a wide range of reddish beer styles.

Enzymatic Activity

Featuring a diastatic power of 200 WK, BEST Red X® provides solid enzymatic action, supporting the mashing process effectively even when used as the sole malt.

Mashing

For optimal results, BEST Red X® should be mashed with controlled temperatures to maintain its colour and flavour contributions. When aiming for a stronger beer, blending with BEST Pilsener malt can help retain the red tones across different gravity levels.

Combining with Other Malts

For added depth in higher ABV beers, pairing BEST Red X® with a portion of Pilsener malt is recommended. This blend helps stabilise the red colour across a broader range of gravities.

Benefits of BEST Red X®

  • Produces a vibrant red colour
  • Delivers fruity and sherry notes for added flavour complexity
  • Suitable for 100% malt bill use, simplifying recipes and processes
  • Compliant with the German Beer Purity Law (Reinheitsgebot)

History

BEST Red X® reflects BESTMALZ’s dedication to creating quality malt products that bring visual appeal and unique taste to craft beer. It meets modern brewing demands while upholding traditional standards of purity and quality.

Key Features:

  • Moisture Content: 4.9%
  • Extract (Dry Basis): 79.0%
  • Wort Colour: 28-32 EBC
  • Roasting Temperature: Moderate, optimised for colour stability
  • Usage: Up to 100% of the grain bill for red beers
  • Flavour Profile: Fruity with hints of passion fruit and sherry
  • Applications: Reddish beers of various strengths and profiles
  • Beer Styles: Red Ales, Altbier, Dunkel, Wheat Beers, Speciality Beers

Additional Parameters:

  • Total Protein: 12.0%
  • Friability: 76.0%
  • Glassiness: Max 2.5%
  • Diastatic Power: 200 WK
  • Wort pH: 5.4-6.1
  • Soluble Nitrogen: 750 mg/100g

More Additional Parameters:

  • Heavy Metals Compliance: Low levels for safety

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