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Weyermann® CARAWHEAT® Malt

by Weyermann
$0.19 - $89.99
$0.19
$0.19 - $89.99
$0.19

We sell grain in one-ounce increments (16 oz = 1 lb) and by bulk bag. When adding grain, select the Recipe # (1, 2, or 3) using the radio buttons to assign it to a specific recipe. We’ll accurately weigh your order and combine all grains assigned to the same recipe into one labeled bag. If you’d like any grain kept separate, choose “Keep Separate” or note it in Cart Notes. Milling is available on request, simply check the appropriate checkbox below. View our Grain Ordering Guide here to learn more.
Grain Specifications:

  • Maltster: Weyermann

  • Grain Type: Caramel & Crystal Malts

  • Lovibond: 46-57 °L

  • Category: Wheat

  • Notes:

Weyermann® CARAWHEAT® Malt for Richer Wheat Malt Character

Weyermann® CARAWHEAT® is a caramel wheat malt for brewers who want more than foam support or a faint wheat note. It helps build fuller body, deeper color, and a sweeter, more developed wheat-driven malt profile than plain wheat malt can provide on its own.

This makes it especially useful in wheat beers that need more richness, in stronger ales and lagers that can benefit from a wheat-derived caramel note, and in recipes where the brewer wants a softer texture without losing malt complexity. It can add a noticeable layer of depth while still keeping wheat character in the conversation.

What It Contributes

  • Flavor: Caramel sweetness, toast, and a soft wheat impression
  • Body: Helps broaden the palate and increase fullness
  • Color: Darker than standard wheat malt, useful for richer amber tones

When to Use CARAWHEAT®

Choose CARAWHEAT® when a recipe needs more texture and richness than regular wheat malt can offer, especially if you want a wheat identity to remain visible. It is also useful when brewers want to build a more expressive malt bill in beers where smoothness and body matter as much as color.

For brewers looking to add a sweeter, fuller, more layered wheat contribution, Weyermann® CARAWHEAT® is a strong specialty malt to keep in the rotation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer grain milling services?

Yes, we provide grain milling services free of charge before shipping. To have your grain milled, please select the "Yes, please mill my grain" option on each grain product before adding it to your cart. We use a high-end, 3-roller mill from Spike, set to a standard gap of 4.5, which achieves optimal cracking while minimizing excessive flour. If you prefer a coarser or finer mill, leave a note in the shopping cart, and we’ll adjust it to your preference.

If we notice that most grains were selected for milling but a few were not, we will assume it was an oversight and mill all of them. If your intention is different, please clarify in the shopping cart notes section.

How do you ensure accuracy when weighing grains?

We take great care to ensure that you receive the correct grains in the exact quantities needed for your recipe. Our multi-step process ensures precision, starting with weighing each grain type individually to an accuracy of 0.08 ounces. After that, we perform a final check by weighing the combined total to confirm accuracy. Your total grain weight will always be slightly over the ordered amount, never under, and always within an acceptable range for even the most detail-oriented brewers (like ourselves).

How are grains packaged before shipment?

We provide a convenient recipe-building tool to streamline the process for you, our team, and the environment. We encourage you to use this tool to build your recipes, ensuring you get exactly what you’ve ordered in the correct quantities. By combining all the grains for a single recipe into one bag, we help speed up your brew day, reduce packaging waste, and save time during order fulfillment. Rest assured, we prioritize accuracy when measuring and packing your grains.