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Weyermann Weyermann® CARAFA® Special Type 1 Malt (dehusked) : Top-Down View Showing Overall Grain Color

Weyermann® CARAFA® Special Type 1 Malt (Dehusked)

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: 300-375 °L

  • Category: Barley

  • Notes:

Weyermann® CARAFA® Special Type 1 for Smooth Roast with Less Harshness

Weyermann® CARAFA® Special Type 1 is the dehusked version of CARAFA®, designed for brewers who want dark color and roasted complexity with a cleaner, smoother finish. By removing much of the husk before roasting, this malt helps reduce some of the sharper bitterness and astringency that can come with standard roasted grains.

That makes it especially useful in schwarzbier, porter, dark lager, and other recipes where the beer should stay polished and drinkable rather than turning rough around the edges. It is a strong option when color matters, roast should be present, and the finish still needs to stay comparatively soft.

Why Brewers Choose the Special Version

  • Smoother roast: Coffee and cocoa notes with less harsh bite
  • Dark color: Useful for deep brown to black beers
  • Cleaner finish: A good fit when standard roasted grains feel too sharp for the style

Best Uses

CARAFA® Special Type 1 works well in dark lagers, schwarzbier, porter, and stouts where brewers want roast to support the beer rather than dominate it. It can also be useful when the goal is to increase color with less bitterness than more aggressive roasted options tend to bring.

If you want a dark malt that stays smoother and more controlled in the finished beer, Weyermann® CARAFA® Special Type 1 is often the better pick than a harsher standard roasted grain.

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.