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Weyermann Weyermann® Beech Smoked Malt : Top-Down View Showing Overall Grain Color

Weyermann® Beech Smoked Barley Malt (Rauchmalz)

by Weyermann
$0.20 - $96.99
$0.20
$0.20 - $96.99
$0.20

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: Smoked Malts

  • Lovibond:

  • Category: Barley

  • Notes:

Authentic Beechwood Smoke with Malty-Sweet Depth

Weyermann® Beech Smoked Barley Malt (often called Rauchmalz) is a pale German base malt gently smoked over beech wood in Bamberg—famous for traditional smoked beer. It delivers a pronounced, well-rounded smoke character while keeping a clean, malty-sweet foundation with subtle vanilla and honey notes.

This is the classic choice for building true Rauchbier character, but it’s also a powerful tool for adding smoky complexity to lagers, porters, bocks, wheat beers, and specialty ales.

At SoCal Brewing Supply, we offer this malt by the ounce for precise recipe building, or in full 55 lb (25 kg) bags for bulk savings.

Key Characteristics

  • Origin: Germany (Bamberg)
  • Malt Type: Smoked base malt (barley)
  • Color: 4.0 - 8.0 EBC (2.0 - 3.5 °L)
  • Moisture (Max): 5%
  • Extract (Dry Basis): 77%
  • Recommended Usage Rate: Up to 100% (based on desired smoke intensity)
  • Enzymatic Activity: High

Flavor Profile

  • Smoke Character: Pronounced beechwood smoke, well-rounded and balanced
  • Malt Impression: Malty-sweet
  • Supporting Notes: Vanilla and honey

Best Beer Styles & Use Cases

  • Classic Smoked Beer: Bamberger Rauchbier, Kellerbier, Rauch Märzen
  • Dark & Malt-Forward: Smoked Porter, Smoked Bock
  • Wheat & Specialty: Smoked wheat beers and creative historical/specialty styles
  • Layered Smoke Accents: Add a clean smoky dimension to lagers or ales without turning the whole beer into “campfire”

How to Use

  • Subtle Complexity: 5% - 10% adds aroma complexity with vanilla and honey notes
  • Bold Smoke Presence: Higher percentages create a stronger, more assertive smoke profile
  • Full Rauchmalz Base: Use up to 100% for traditional, unmistakably smoky beers
  • Tasting Tip: Smoke intensity can feel sharper young and smooth out with conditioning—especially in darker or higher-ABV beers

How We Sell Grain at SoCal Brewing Supply

  • Sizes: By the ounce (great for recipe precision) or full 55 lb (25 kg) bag
  • Milling: Available milled or unmilled
  • Bulk Advantage: Stock up for frequent brewing sessions and lower cost per batch

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.