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Simpsons Simpsons DRC® Malt | Double Roasted Crystal Malt : Top-Down View Showing Overall Grain Color

Simpsons DRC® Malt | Double Roasted Crystal Malt

by Simpsons
$0.25 - $116.42
$0.25
$0.25 - $116.42
$0.25

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: Simpsons

  • Grain Type: Caramel & Crystal Malts

  • Lovibond:

  • Category: Barley

  • Notes:

Rich, Complex Specialty Malt for Deep Flavor and Color

Simpsons DRC® (Double Roasted Crystal) Malt is a unique and bold specialty malt designed to impart rich, complex flavors and a deep color to your beers. This malt offers intense toffee, caramel, and dark fruit flavors, making it a versatile addition to a variety of beer styles that require depth and complexity. Whether used in small amounts for subtle enhancements or in larger quantities for a more dominant malt profile, Simpsons DRC® is perfect for creating richer, malt-forward brews with layers of flavor.

Flavor and Aroma Profile

Simpsons DRC® Malt delivers a robust flavor profile with strong notes of toffee, caramel, and dark dried fruits like raisins and figs. The double roasting process gives it a distinctive, layered sweetness with a hint of roasted complexity, adding depth to the overall beer. This malt also contributes a rich amber to dark brown color, making it visually appealing for darker ales, stouts, and porters.

Typical Usage

Simpsons DRC® Malt is ideal for a wide range of beer styles, including stouts, porters, strong ales, and malt-forward beers. It is typically used at 5-15% of the grain bill to add complexity, color, and a pronounced malt sweetness. The bold flavors from the double roasting process make it suitable for beers that benefit from a rich malt backbone and a smooth, sweet finish.

Brewing Tips

  • Beer Styles: Ideal for stouts, porters, strong ales, and dark, malt-forward styles.
  • Lovibond: ~70-80L
  • Flavor Profile: Intense toffee, caramel, and dark fruit with roasted complexity and rich sweetness.
  • Usage: Typically used at 5-15% of the grain bill for added sweetness, depth, and dark color.

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.