Swaen© Munich Light
Barley malt with higher protein content, for darker beers.
Description
Swaen Munich Light provides the basis of many beers. It’s known to enhance body, head and aroma of any beer. This malt provides a distinct malty flavour and enhances the colour.
Usage
Amber beers, Alt, Dark Lagers and Ales, Märzen, Bockbier, Brown Ale, Stout.
Quick facts
Raw material: Barley
Product: Kilned malt
Use: Up to 75%
EBC: 12 – 15
Lovibond: 5 – 6
Typical analysis
| Parameter | Unit | Min | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moisture | % | – | 4.6 |
| Extract (dry basis) | % | 80 | – |
| Total protein | % | – | 11.7 |
| Soluble protein | % | – | 4.9 |
| Kolbach index | % | – | 48 |
| Hartong 45° | % | 38 | 46 |
| Viscosity | mPa.s | – | 1.65 |
| pH | – | 5.6 | 6.1 |
| Friability | % | 80 | – |
| Glassiness (whole grains) | % | – | 2.5 |
| Saccharification | Minutes | 15 | |
| Calibration: – above 2.5 mm | % | 90 | – |
| AAL | % | 77 | – |
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.
Recipe – NEIPA
New England IPA has intense fruit flavors and aromas, a soft body, smooth mouthfeel, and often opaque with substantial haze.
Recipe – Porter
Porter originated in London around 3 centuries ago, so it has a quite long history. Where does the name come from?
Brochure
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Product list
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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.