Caramel Aromatic - Bestmalz
BEST Caramel® Aromatic malt enhances beer with deep malty aromas and rich caramel flavours. Its unique profile includes hints of almond and nut, lending complexity to the beer while contributing a darker colour and fuller body. Ideal for a variety of styles, this malt supports high grain bill proportions and positively impacts foam stability, making it a versatile choice for brewers looking to add depth and character.
- Wort Colour: 41 - 60 EBC
- Usage: Up to 50% in the grain bill, ideal for darker beer styles
- Beer styles: Wheat beers, Bocks, Altbiers, Porters, Amber Ales
Description
What is BEST Caramel® Aromatic Malt?
BEST Caramel® Aromatic malt is a speciality malt designed to infuse beer with intense malty richness and distinctive caramel notes. Produced from top-quality brewing barley sourced within the European Union, this malt is created under strict quality controls, ensuring a consistent and premium addition to any brew.
How to Use BEST Caramel® Aromatic
This malt can constitute up to 50% of the grain bill, especially in darker beer styles such as Bocks, Altbiers, Porters, and Amber Ales. In such volumes, it offers a pronounced flavour and aroma boost while contributing to the beer's colour and body.
Flavour Profile
Expect a strong caramelised taste complemented by almond and nut undertones. The biscuit-like sweetness and darker hues provide a smooth, rich mouthfeel, adding complexity to each sip.
Enzymatic Activity
While rich in flavour, BEST Caramel® Aromatic has limited enzymatic activity. For efficient starch conversion, it’s best combined with base malts when used in high proportions.
Mashing
Its manageable grain structure allows for easy processing and integration into mash bills, facilitating high usage rates without processing challenges.
Combining with Other Malts
BEST Caramel® Aromatic pairs well with other caramel and roasted malts to deepen complexity and colour in the final beer. Mixing with lighter malts can also balance and round out the malt’s strong flavour profile.
Benefits of BEST Caramel® Aromatic
Alongside its sensory appeal, this malt also enhances foam stability and beer clarity, contributing to a high-quality pour that meets high standards for craft and traditional brewing.
History
This malt reflects centuries of European brewing expertise, blending traditional malting techniques with modern processing to deliver optimal flavours and quality.
Key Features:
- Moisture Content: Max 4.5%
- Extract (Dry Basis): Min 75.0%
- Wort Colour: 41 - 60 EBC
- Roasting Temperature: High roast, specific not provided
- Usage: Up to 50% in the grain bill, ideal for darker beer styles
- Flavour Profile: Intense caramel with nut and almond notes
- Applications: Wheat beers, Bocks, Altbiers, Porters, Amber Ales
- Beer styles: Wheat beers, Bocks, Altbiers, Porters, Amber Ales
Additional Parameter:
- Total Protein: Max 12.0%
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