
Vienna Malt - Castle Malting
Château Vienna is a versatile Belgian base malt, offering a robust malt and grain character, enhanced by subtle caramel and toffee aromas. Kilned slightly higher than Pilsen malt, Château Vienna provides a deeper golden hue, contributing to a fuller, richer body in the beer. Its balanced enzymatic activity makes it ideal for use in various beer styles, supporting up to 100% of the grain bill, and pairs exceptionally with specialty malts.
- Wort Colour: 4.0 - 7.0 EBC
- Usage: Up to 100% of mix
- Beer Styles: All, especially Vienna lagers
Description
What is Château Vienna?
Château Vienna is a premium, lightly kilned base malt from Castle Malting. Crafted to develop a distinct malty richness with a touch of caramelised sweetness, this malt is characterised by its depth in flavour and striking golden colour, making it a top choice for enhancing beer body and mouthfeel.
How to Use Château Vienna
Ideal for creating Vienna lagers and versatile enough for all beer styles, Château Vienna can be used up to 100% of the grain mix. It’s an exceptional choice for brewers aiming to deepen colour, aroma, and body without overpowering the final brew.
Flavour Profile
Château Vienna delivers a smooth, rich maltiness combined with hints of grain, subtle caramel, and toffee notes. This malt imparts a mild sweetness, contributing a balanced, full-bodied profile perfect for beers with complexity.
Enzymatic Activity
With moderate enzyme levels, Château Vienna allows for flexible use with other specialty malts. It provides sufficient enzymatic support while balancing higher kilning temperatures to preserve flavour integrity.
Mashing
This malt is highly adaptable in mashing processes, supporting various brewing techniques while retaining its characteristic depth. Mashing Château Vienna helps yield a richly coloured wort that enhances the final beer's visual and sensory appeal.
Combining with Other Malts
Château Vienna pairs well with a variety of specialty malts, complementing complex malt bills by adding warmth, subtle sweetness, and colour depth. Its adaptable enzyme levels make it a strong foundation for creative beer recipes.
Benefits of Château Vienna
Rich in body and flavour, Château Vienna is celebrated for its ability to add complexity without overwhelming. Its versatility in use, appealing golden colour, and malty richness make it a staple for beers requiring nuanced depth.
History
Rooted in Belgian brewing tradition, Vienna malts like Château Vienna have long been valued for their robust flavour and colour contributions, especially in classic lager styles. This malt continues to embody traditional craftsmanship with modern appeal.
Key Features:
- Moisture Content: Max 4.5%
- Extract (Dry Basis): Min 80%
- Wort Colour: 4.0 - 7.0 EBC
- Roasting Temperature: 85–90°C
- Usage: Up to 100% of mix
- Flavour Profile: Rich malt, grain, caramel, toffee
- Applications: Enhances light beers and Vienna lagers
- Beer Styles: All, especially Vienna lagers
Additional Parameters:
- Total Protein: Max 11.5%
- Soluble Protein: 3.5-4.6%
- Kolbach Index: 35-46%
- Diastatic Power: 250 WK
- Friability: Min 80%
- pH: 5.6-6.0
- Viscosity: Max 1.6 cp
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