Castle Malting
Castle Malting is the oldest malting company in Belgium and one of the eldest malt producers in the world. Known for their uncompromising standards of malt quality.
They cherish the centuries-old Belgian malting traditions and are introducing bold, innovative policies enabling them to respond to customers’ demands of any kind.
They carefully select the most suitable barley varieties, for each type of malt. The barley varieties come from the best barley-growing regions in France, the Netherlands, United Kingdom and Germany.
Castle Malting, also known as Malterie du Château, is the oldest malting company in Belgium and one of the most venerable in the world, established in 1868. Located in Belœil, Belgium, near the historic Château de Beloeil, the company plays a crucial role in the Belgian brewing industry, renowned for its wide range of high-quality base and specialty malts. These malts are essential to brewing various beer styles, from Pilsen and White to the darkest Abbey and various organic beers, catering to both amateur and professional brewers across over 147 countries.
Castle Malting emphasizes sustainable practices in its operations. It operates a state-of-the-art malting plant in Hombourg, which features significant environmentally-friendly innovations like a large-scale photovoltaic installation and the world's largest electric malt roasting facility, allowing for malting without open flame and reducing acridity or astringency in the final product.
The company's product line is extensive, offering more than 100 types of malt, ensuring versatility for brewing any type of beer or whisky. Castle Malting also runs a modern microbrewery and a comprehensive brewing academy, supporting education in the craft and promoting the continuation of Belgian brewing traditions through innovative and sustainable practices