Caramelized rye malt

Caramelized rye malt has been heated while the moisture content of the grain is still high. This process provokes a maillard reaction that gives this type of malt beautiful caramel flavors. This malt, also known as Cararye®, gives the beer a coppery color. While it will bring quite a few spicy aspects to the beer, it will also present brioche, hazelnut, cookie and (of course) caramel aromas.

As with all rye malts, its protein content contributes to a creamy texture and helps retain foam. What's more, the fact that it has no husk limits astringency and gives it a softer, caramelized edge than caramelized barley malts.

Since some of the enzymes and sugars have been lost during malting, you should limit the use of this malt to a maximum of 15%. It is perfectly suited to beers where a mild caramel character is desired.

Preferred beer styles :

• Red ale
• Oatmeal stout
• Dopplebock
• Wee Heavy

Recommended use:
Up to 15% proof

Available in 25kg here