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Simpsons Crystal Dark Malt (94-107°L)

by Simpsons
$0.22 - $103.82
$0.22
$0.22 - $103.82
$0.22

We sell our grain in one-ounce increments and by the bulk bag, allowing you to buy exactly what you need for your recipes. We accurately weigh out your selected grain and offer two convenient bagging options. To get the best pricing, we encourage you to use our Grain Bill selection radial buttons (Recipe #1, 2, or 3)—this lets us combine your selected grains into a single bag, reducing labor and packaging costs, with savings passed on to you. If you prefer each grain variety bagged separately, we’re happy to accommodate, though an additional fee applies due to the extra handling required. We also offer free milling upon request!
Grain Specifications:

  • Maltster: Simpsons

  • Grain Type: Caramel & Crystal Malts

  • Lovibond: 94.3-107.5°L

  • Category: Barley

  • Notes:

Rich, Caramel Specialty Malt for Deep Flavor and Color

Simpsons Crystal Dark Malt (94.3-107.5°L) is a flavorful specialty malt known for imparting rich caramel sweetness and deep color to your beers. With its dark caramelization, this malt is perfect for brewers looking to add complex flavors of toffee, caramel, and dried fruit to their brews. Its bold flavor profile makes it a versatile addition to a range of beer styles, particularly those that benefit from enhanced malt character, such as porters, stouts, and dark ales.

Flavor and Aroma Profile

Simpsons Crystal Dark Malt delivers a robust malt sweetness with notes of dark caramel, toffee, and subtle dried fruits like raisins or figs. It imparts a deep amber to brown color, giving your beer both visual depth and a complex flavor profile. The malt's intense sweetness is well-balanced, providing richness without overpowering other ingredients in the beer.

Typical Usage

Simpsons Crystal Dark Malt is ideal for beer styles that require a strong malt presence with caramel and toffee undertones. It can be used in a variety of dark ales, porters, stouts, and even richer pale ales or IPAs. Typically, this malt is used at 5-15% of the grain bill to add depth of flavor, color, and body to the beer. Its contribution to mouthfeel and head retention makes it a great option for enhancing the overall beer experience.

Brewing Tips

  • Beer Styles: Perfect for porters, stouts, dark ales, and malt-forward beer styles.
  • Lovibond: 94.3-107.5°L
  • Flavor Profile: Deep caramel and toffee notes with hints of dried fruit and a rich malt sweetness.
  • Usage: Typically used at 5-15% of the grain bill for added sweetness, color, and body.

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.