Black Swaen© Black Wheat
Improves colour and aroma of dark, top fermented beers.
Description
If dark isn’t dark enough, Black Swaen Black Wheat is made for you. It enhances the colour and adds mild toast hints and roast aroma. This malt can be used for colouring any type of beer.
Usage
Dark Wheat beers, Schwarzbier, Stout, Porter, Ale, Bockbier, all beer types for colouring.
Quick facts
Raw material: Wheat malt
Product: Roasted malt
Use: Up to 5%
EBC: 1000 – 1250
Lovibond: 375 – 470
Typical analysis
| Parameter | Unit | Min | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moisture | % | – | 4.5 |
| Extract (dry basis) | % | 78 | – |
| pH | – | 5.2 | 5.5 |
Flavour palette
Blogs and recipes
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.
The history of Wheat Beer
Most beer lovers know what wheat brings to your beer: a somewhat creamy – sometimes even wee – taste with a subtle sour edge.
Roasted malt
We can define two mean purposes for the use of drum roaster equipment: it’s the perfect caramelisation and roasting tool.
Brochure
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Product list
Check out our product list, a quick overview of our entire product range, with information and prices.
Certificates
The Swaen holds itself to the highest standards. That is why we work with the best companies in the industry. Our malthouse is regularly audited by independent bodies to ensure the best quality malts. You can find all our certificates here.
Storage and shelf life
Our malt is best stored in a moderate temperate, low humidity, pest free environment at less than 20ºC or 68°F. It is best used within 6 to 18 months from manufacturing date, depending on the type of malt. We always provide a Best Before date. All our malts are manufactured conform to EU and International regulations. They are transported only by GMP-certified transporters. Please note: improperly stored malts are prone to loss of freshness and flavour.
Available in
25kg bags, big bags up to 1.200kg, liner bag in container and bulk in truck.