
Wheat Blanc Malt - Castle Malting
Château Wheat Blanc is a premium wheat malt from Castle Malting, specially crafted to enhance the character of wheat beers. This malt is kilned at moderate temperatures, retaining essential proteins that contribute to a fuller mouthfeel and better head stability. Due to its lack of an outer husk, Château Wheat Blanc delivers a clean, low-tannin profile, making it an ideal base or complementary malt in various light and white beer styles.
- Wort Colour: 5.5 EBC
- Usage: Wheat, white, and light beers, up to 35%
- Beer styles: Wheat beers, white beers, light ales
Description
What is Château Wheat Blanc?
Château Wheat Blanc is a refined wheat malt, developed by Castle Malting for versatility across wheat beers and light ales. Known for its light colour and high-quality protein content, this malt is perfect for creating beers with a creamy texture, good head retention, and a refreshing wheat character.
How to Use Château Wheat Blanc
Typically used as a base malt, Château Wheat Blanc can constitute up to 35% of the total grain bill. Its high protein level also makes it an excellent choice in barley-based beers to improve mouthfeel and head stability. Incorporating this malt in light or alcohol-free beers adds depth without overpowering the base flavours.
Flavour Profile
Château Wheat Blanc imparts a delicate wheat flavour, adding mild sweetness and smoothness without bitterness. Its clean profile complements other malts, making it a valuable addition to balanced beer recipes.
Enzymatic Activity
Château Wheat Blanc has sufficient enzymatic strength, supporting the breakdown of proteins and sugars, aiding in mash efficiency. However, due to its higher protein, a "Protein Rest" is recommended to avoid lautering issues.
Mashing
A mashing profile with a "Protein Rest" between 50-55°C is ideal when using Château Wheat Blanc to achieve smooth lautering and enhance the malt’s desirable traits.
Combining with Other Malts
Pairing well with light barley malts, Château Wheat Blanc enhances body and texture in blends. Its neutral profile complements aromatic and specialty malts, enabling the creation of complex yet balanced beers.
Benefits of Château Wheat Blanc
With Château Wheat Blanc, brewers can achieve a full-bodied beer, stable foam, and a smooth, slightly sweet profile. Its low tannin levels make it adaptable for delicate styles, while high proteins support visual and sensory appeal in wheat beers.
History
Wheat malt has a long-standing role in beer, dating back to early European brewing traditions. Château Wheat Blanc continues this heritage, crafted with meticulous care by Castle Malting, ensuring both purity and top quality.
Key Features:
- Moisture Content: Max. 5.5%
- Extract (Dry Basis): Min. 84.0%
- Wort Colour: 5.5 EBC
- Roasting Temperature: 80-85°C
- Usage: Wheat, white, and light beers, up to 35%
- Flavour Profile: Mild, smooth, and slightly sweet
- Applications: Ideal for wheat beers, light ales, and alcohol-free beers
- Beer styles: Wheat beers, white beers, light ales
Additional Parameters:
- Total Protein: Max. 14.0%
- Soluble Protein: 4.5-5.5%
- Viscosity: Max. 1.9 cp
- pH: 5.8-6.1
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