Weyermann CARAFA® Type 1 Malt

Weyermann® CARAFA® Type 1, a premium roasted malt from Weyermann® Malting Company, is a specialty malt that imparts a deep mahogany color, mild roasted flavors, and a smooth character to your brews. Crafted with precision and expertise, this malt is designed to enhance the malt profile, providing complexity and depth to a variety of beer styles.

Produced through a specialized malting and roasting process, Weyermann® CARAFA® Type 1 offers a Lovibond color typically ranging from 300L to 375L, creating a dark brown to black hue in the beer. This visually appealing malt is well-suited for styles such as schwarzbiers, porters, and other dark ales, where a moderate roasted character is desired without the astringency associated with husks.

The flavor profile of Weyermann® CARAFA® Type 1 is characterized by subtle roasted coffee and chocolate notes with a smooth and mild bitterness. It adds body and mouthfeel, making it an excellent choice for styles that benefit from a well-balanced malt profile with a dark and approachable roasted character.

As a specialty roasted malt, Weyermann® CARAFA® Type 1 allows brewers to experiment with different quantities to achieve varying levels of darkness and roasted intensity in their beers. Whether used in smaller amounts for subtle undertones or as a significant contributor to the malt bill, this malt provides creative possibilities and versatility.

In the brewing process, the deep mahogany color and mild roasted flavors from Weyermann® CARAFA® Type 1 are transferred to the beer, creating a satisfying and flavorful profile. Brewers can use this malt to enhance the malt character and add a smooth, dark roasted element to their schwarzbiers, porters, and other dark ales, contributing to a well-balanced and nuanced final product.

Elevate your brewing endeavors with Weyermann® CARAFA® Type 1, and let the expertise of Weyermann® Malting Company shine through in every sip of your meticulously crafted dark and flavorful beers. Add a rich mahogany color and mild roasted flavors to your brews with this exceptional specialty malt.