WHEAT MALT – White Crest

HOW IT IS MADE

Wheat malt is produced in a similar way to malted barley. There is a slightly shorter steeping time as the wheat does not contain its husk, and therefore absorbs water at a quicker rate to allow for germination. Germination takes places at high moisture content to allow for higher modification of the malt.

TYPICAL PROFILE

3-5 EBC. Protein imparts pleasant full mouth feel and improved head stability. Wheat Malt can be added in small amounts to Ales or Lagers to improve head retention is the core ingredient for Wheat Beers.

TYPICAL BEER STYLES

Wheat Beers / Weizen, Ales, IPA, American Pale Ale, Stout, Porter, Lager Styles.

TYPICAL USAGE RATES

3-6% for head retention, 40-70% for wheat beers addition to mash tun with base malts. Similar gelatinisation temperature to pale malt.