Weyermann® Acidulated Malt
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Grain Specifications:
Maltster: Weyermann
Grain Type: Adjunts
Lovibond: 1.7 - 2.8
Category: Barley
Notes: Fruity-acidic, universally applicable
Specialty Malt for pH Adjustment and Flavor Enhancement
Weyermann® Acidulated Malt is a unique specialty malt designed to adjust the pH level of your mash, enhancing the brewing process while improving flavor stability, head retention, and clarity. It is particularly useful in creating a balanced mash in brewing water with high alkalinity, allowing brewers to lower the pH naturally without adding external acids. In addition to pH correction, this malt can also provide a slight tangy flavor, contributing to the crispness of lighter beer styles.
Flavor and Aroma Profile
Weyermann® Acidulated Malt primarily serves as a functional malt for pH control, but it can also contribute a subtle, refreshing tanginess to the beer, making it particularly useful in light ales, lagers, and sour styles. While not typically used for its flavor alone, the slight acidity it imparts can enhance the crispness and brightness of the beer’s profile.
Typical Usage
Weyermann® Acidulated Malt is used primarily for lowering mash pH in a wide variety of beer styles, especially in brewing light lagers, wheat beers, and sour styles where acidity is desired. It is typically used at 1-5% of the grain bill for pH adjustment and up to 10% in beers where a tangy flavor profile is desired. This malt is a go-to for brewers looking for precise pH control without the need for external acids.
Brewing Tips
- Beer Styles: Ideal for lagers, wheat beers, sour styles, and any beer requiring pH adjustment.
- Lovibond: ~2-3L
- Flavor Profile: Primarily used for pH correction, with a slight tangy, crisp flavor contribution.
- Usage: Typically used at 1-5% for pH adjustment, up to 10% for flavor enhancement.