Spicing beer
The use of ingredients to enhance the taste of beer is as old as its history. In general it is believed that the first beer was made or “discovered” by …
Different Porter styles
Porters have been created as an answer to the lighter pale ales. They became very popular among porters who worked at docks and streets of England, and quickly turned into …
Brown malt
The original brown – not to be confused with black – malt had enough enzymatic power to convert sugars. The malt was used in a very high percentage in the …
Recipe – Porter
Porter originated in London around 3 centuries ago, so it has a quite long history. Where does the name come from? Well, it became very popular among the porters, who …
Porter vs. Stout
Even the most experienced beer connaisseurs find it difficult to point out the differences between Porter and Stout. To be honest, these styles are very similar and there is a …
Recipe – Christmas beer
During the winter holidays many people enjoy beers that have a higher alcohol content and more richness. Many breweries produce unique seasonal drinks. They may be darker, stronger, spicier and …
Production of distilling malt
As a malt producer it is important to understand the details of the distilling process in order to deliver the best suitable quality. Here we look at single malt distilling, …
Recipe – Oatmeal Stout
The Oatmeal Stout is a very dark, full-bodied, malty ale with smooth roasty and oatmeal flavour. The style was first created in England in the nineteen fifties, but in the …
Brewing with cereals
There are many reasons for brewers to use various flaked grains. Some intensify a certain characteristic, add a unique aroma to the beer, while others affect the color and clarity …
How to store malt
Malt can be kept several years and will not lose its enzymatic power. The Swaen has a special process to guarantee a long shelf life. When the germination time is …