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Weyermann® Roasted Barley

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: Roasted Grains & Malts

  • Lovibond: 430-550 °L

  • Category: Barley

  • Notes:

Weyermann® Roasted Barley for Dark Color and Assertive Roast Character

Weyermann® Roasted Barley is for brewers who want unmistakable dark-grain character in the finished beer. It adds very dark color along with the coffee-like roast, bitter edge, and dry finish that define many stout and porter recipes. When the goal is clearly roasted beer rather than just darker color, roasted barley is often the grain that gets you there.

Because it brings a firmer roast impression than smoother dark malts, it is especially useful in dry stout, robust porter, and other beers where that roasted snap is meant to be obvious. It can also be used in smaller amounts to deepen color and sharpen the roast profile in more layered dark recipes.

What It Contributes

  • Flavor: Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, bitterness, and a drier finish
  • Color: Strong darkening power for deep brown to black beers
  • Role: Helps define roast-driven styles rather than simply darken them

When It Is the Right Choice

Choose Roasted Barley when you want a beer to taste clearly roasted and a little drier, not just darker. It is particularly useful in stout recipes where chocolate malt alone does not provide enough bite. If your dark beer feels too soft and needs more roast identity, this is often the adjustment grain that gets it there.

For brewers building classic dark beer profiles with a clear roasted signature, Weyermann® Roasted Barley remains a very direct and effective choice.

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.