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Use discount code "WELCOME10" for 10% off your first order.
Close up image of Admiral's Kilnsmith malted grain and a pint glass of wort made with the barley grain to depict the color of the grain.

Admiral Kilnsmith | California-Grown Organic Caramel Malt

by Admiral Maltings
$0.22 - $149.99
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$0.22 - $149.99
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We sell our grain by the ounce, and you can trust that our measurements are precise. We ensure accuracy within 0.08 ounces—equivalent to just 6-10 grain kernels—because we know how important it is for your brewing success. As fellow brewers, we treat your ingredients with the same care we use for our own. Utilize our convenient recipe builder options to combine grains as needed. Please consider combining grains to save time and materials—rest assured, your measurements will always be spot on.
Grain Specifications:

  • Maltster: Admiral Maltings

  • Grain Type: Caramel & Crystal Malts

  • Lovibond: 80 - 100

  • Category: Barley

  • Notes: Grape nuts, toffee, brown sugar

Admiral Kilnsmith Organic Caramel Malt | Rich Flavor & Color | 1 oz & 55 lb Bag

Admiral Kilnsmith Organic Caramel Malt is an exceptional caramel malt made from sustainably grown, California barley. Crafted with a unique kilning process that combines caramelization with Maillard reactions, Kilnsmith delivers deep color and complex flavor without excessive residual sweetness. This malt imparts a rich, ruby-brown hue along with flavors of grape nuts, toffee, and brown sugar—ideal for adding depth to a range of beer styles, from amber ales to stouts.

Perfect for Small Batches and Bulk Brewing

We offer Kilnsmith Malt in 1 oz quantities for homebrewers wanting to experiment with this distinct flavor, as well as 55 lb bags for larger brews or consistent use. Its organic certification and sustainable sourcing make Kilnsmith an excellent choice for brewers dedicated to quality and environmental stewardship.

Key Features

  • Organic, Sustainably Sourced: Made from California-grown barley, supporting local agriculture and environmentally conscious brewing.
  • Unique Kilning Process: Combines caramelization and Maillard reactions, resulting in rich, complex flavors.
  • Ideal for Color and Flavor: Adds a ruby-brown color and toasty, caramel-like flavors of toffee and brown sugar.
  • Available in 1 oz & 55 lb Bags: Suits both small-batch experimentation and full-scale production.

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.