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Crisp Dextrin Malt

by Crisp
$0.19 - $85.99
$0.19
$0.19 - $85.99
$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: Crisp

  • Grain Type: Specialty Grains & Malts

  • Lovibond:

  • Category:

  • Notes:

Crisp Dextrin Malt for Body, Mouthfeel, and Foam

Crisp Dextrin Malt is a low-color UK malt used when a beer needs more body, better mouthfeel, or stronger foam without a heavy color change. Crisp describes this malt as a foam and body enhancer made by constraining germination, which helps retain higher molecular weight polysaccharides.

Those dextrins can add fullness and support head formation, especially in beers built from very well-modified pale malt, low-gravity recipes, or styles where you want a softer palate without making the beer sweet or dark.

Typical use

  • Usage rate: Crisp lists a typical range of 5-15% of the grist.
  • Color: low color, about 2.0-3.5 EBC / 1.3-1.9 Lovibond in Crisp's typical analysis.
  • Best fit: golden ale, pilsner-style beer, session IPA, pale ale, and other recipes where body and foam need support.

How to use Crisp Dextrin Malt

Add it to the mash with the rest of the grain bill. It is especially useful in lower-gravity beer, lighter-colored beer, or recipes built on very clean base malt where a little extra mouthfeel helps the finished pint feel more complete.

For related options, browse brewing grains, specialty grains, or the full brewing ingredients collection.

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.