Caramel Munich I - Bestmalz
BEST Caramel® Munich I is the lightest caramel malt in the BEST Caramel® Munich series, designed to enrich beers with deep hues and complex flavours. Through a precise caramelization process, this malt imparts a balanced profile with subtle sweetness, almond notes, and hints of toasted bread crust. It’s ideal for creating rich colour and character in beers even with a modest proportion in the grain bill, facilitating a smooth brewing process and enhancing the aromatic qualities of the final brew.
- Wort Colour: 81-100 EBC
- Usage: Up to 50% of the grain bill
- Beer Styles: Alt, Märzen, Bock, wheat beers, and all dark beer styles
Description
What is BEST Caramel® Munich I?
BEST Caramel® Munich I is a carefully crafted caramel malt produced by BESTMALZ. Known for its lightest colour within the Munich caramel malt line, it provides a versatile flavour foundation and vibrant hue, achieved through a controlled caramelization process. Made from premium European barley, this malt adds depth to both flavour and appearance, enhancing a wide range of beer styles from light amber to rich, dark brews.
How to Use BEST Caramel® Munich I
In the mash bill, BEST Caramel® Munich I can comprise up to 50%, depending on the desired flavour intensity and colour. It’s especially suitable for enhancing the body and mouthfeel of darker ales, such as Alt, Märzen, and Bock, and it can be adjusted for lighter wheat and amber styles.
Flavour Profile
This malt offers a distinctive combination of flavours, with prominent notes of dates and almonds. A subtle sweetness balances with a mild nutty tone and a touch of toasted bread crust, making it ideal for beers with layered, malt-forward profiles.
Enzymatic Activity
As a caramel malt, BEST Caramel® Munich I has low enzymatic activity, primarily contributing flavour, colour, and body rather than significant fermentable sugars.
Mashing
BEST Caramel® Munich I is stable through the mashing process, with uniform caramel formation aiding in a smooth conversion phase. It integrates well with other malts, balancing its richer tones with base malts for a full-bodied profile.
Combining with Other Malts
This malt is highly compatible with other types, especially pale malts and pilsner malt. Combining it with roasted malts enhances colour while balancing flavour, offering brewers versatility to achieve both complex and subtle malt profiles.
Benefits of BEST Caramel® Munich I
The malt's special caramelization ensures a balanced and rich colour in the final product, even in low proportions. Its quality-controlled processing guarantees consistency and stability, helping brewers achieve reliable, repeatable results. Moreover, BEST Caramel® Munich I complies with the German Beer Purity Law, meeting strict quality standards for traditional brewing.
Key Features:
- Moisture Content: Max 4.5%
- Extract (Dry Basis): Min 75%
- Wort Colour: 81-100 EBC
- Wort pH: 5.0-5.8
- Usage: Up to 50% of the grain bill
- Flavour Profile: Dates, almonds, toasted bread crust
- Applications: Enhances colour, aroma, and body
- Beer Styles: Alt, Märzen, Bock, wheat beers, and all dark beer styles
Additional Parameters:
- Total Protein (Dry Basis): Max 12%
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