Weyermann® Oak Smoked Wheat Malt
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: Weyermann
Grain Type: Smoked Malt
Lovibond: 2.0 - 2.7
Category: Wheat
Notes: Finest cigars smoke aroma, light toffee-and biscuit notes
Specialty Smoked Malt for Unique Smoky and Malty Flavors
Weyermann® Oak Smoked Wheat Malt is a unique specialty malt that combines the soft, malty character of wheat with a distinct oak-smoked flavor. This malt is perfect for adding a smooth smokiness to a variety of beer styles, especially traditional smoked beers like German Rauchbiers. The oak-smoked character is delicate yet impactful, offering a well-rounded flavor that enhances both the malt profile and overall complexity of your beer.
Flavor and Aroma Profile
Weyermann® Oak Smoked Wheat Malt imparts a subtle yet rich oak-smoked aroma and flavor, combined with the soft, bready sweetness of wheat. The smokiness is well-balanced, providing a distinct but smooth flavor that integrates seamlessly into your brew. This malt contributes a pale straw to light amber color, enhancing both the appearance and depth of your beer.
Typical Usage
This malt is ideal for traditional German-style smoked beers like Rauchbier, as well as wheat beers, specialty ales, and experimental brews. Weyermann® Oak Smoked Wheat Malt is typically used at 20-60% of the grain bill, depending on the desired level of smokiness. It can also be used in combination with other malts to add a unique smoky character to a variety of beer styles without overwhelming the palate.
Brewing Tips
- Beer Styles: Perfect for Rauchbiers, smoked ales, wheat beers, and other specialty brews.
- Lovibond: ~2-5L
- Flavor Profile: Subtle oak-smoked flavor with soft, bready wheat sweetness.
- Usage: Typically used at 20-60% of the grain bill to achieve a balanced smokiness.