Black Swaen© Chocolate B
Brings deeper aroma and toasty notes to any distillate.
Description
Black Swaen© Chocolate B – where the “B” stands for Barley – is a highly roasted malt that brings a distinctive character and rich depth to your spirit. Crafted from premium barley and roasted to perfection, this malt is designed to deliver a signature chocolate aroma that adds warmth and intrigue to your distillate.
In addition to its inviting chocolate notes, Black Swaen© Chocolate B contributes a subtly toasted flavour, creating a balanced profile that’s both bold and refined. These roasted elements introduce layers of complexity, making it an excellent choice for spirits that benefit from a touch of bittersweet richness and a soft, roasted backbone.
Whether you’re developing a dark, flavourful whisky, a signature craft genever, or experimenting with innovative grain-based spirits, Black Swaen© Chocolate B allows you to introduce a distinct malty elegance with a smooth, chocolatey twist. This malt doesn’t overpower – it enhances, making every sip more memorable.
Usage
Single malt whisky, Grain whisky, Gin, Jenever, Vodka, Eau de vie.
Quick facts
Raw material: Barley malt
Product: Roasted malt
Use: Up to 5%
EBC: 800 – 1000
Lovibond: 300 – 375
Typical analysis
| Parameter | Unit | Min | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moisture | % | – | 4.5 |
| Extract (dry basis) | % | 75 | – |
| pH | – | 5.1 | 5.4 |
Flavour palette
Blogs and recipes
How to store malt
Malt retains its enzymatic power for several years when stored correctly. The Swaen ensures a long shelf life through a specialised process. As a result, brewers can always rely on consistent quality.
Production of distilling malt
During the production of distilling malt, understanding the distilling process is essential to delivering the best quality. This blog focuses on single malt distilling, as wort preparation for grain distilling is more complex.
Roaster
Our specialty malts rely on a cutting-edge Probat drum roaster. Tailor-made for The Swaen, this colossal machine with a capacity of 4 metric ton is the largest in the industry. The roaster has perfect temperature regulation.
Brochure
Download our latest brochure to discover everything you need to know about The Swaen and our premium malts. In it, you will more information about our passionate team, our unique roasting and kilning processes, and the exceptional qualities of our malts. Furthermore, you will learn how our dedication to craftsmanship and quality control ensures top-tier ingredients for brewers worldwide. Whether you are new to brewing or an experienced professional, our brochure offers valuable insights into our products and processes.
Product list
Take a look at our product list for a complete overview of our specialty and base malts. This handy guide provides essential details, including flavour profiles, recommended usage, and pricing. Moreover, it allows you to quickly compare different malt types, helping you select the perfect one for your brewing needs. Since we understand that efficiency is key, we have designed our product list to be clear, concise, and easy to navigate.
Certificates
At The Swaen, we strive to meet the highest industry standards to guarantee superior quality. Because of this commitment, independent auditors regularly inspect our malthouse to ensure full compliance with strict safety and production regulations. Additionally, we work closely with leading industry partners and hold several internationally recognised certifications. If you would like more information about our credentials, you can find all our certificates here.
Storage and shelf life
To maintain peak quality and flavour, proper storage is essential. Therefore, we recommend keeping our malt in a cool, dry, and pest-free environment with temperatures below 20°C (68°F). High humidity can negatively affect freshness, so it is important to store malt in a controlled setting. Depending on the type of malt, it is best used within 6 to 18 months from the manufacturing date. However, each bag includes a Best Before date to ensure optimal usage.
All our malts conform to EU and international regulations. Furthermore, we transport them exclusively via GMP-certified carriers to guarantee the highest standards in safety and hygiene. Please keep in mind that improperly stored malts may lose freshness and flavour more quickly.
Packaging solutions
To accommodate various brewing needs, we offer flexible packaging solutions:
- 25kg bags – Ideal for small-batch brewing and craft beer production.
- Big bags (up to 1,200kg) – Suitable for larger breweries and more frequent use.
- Liner bags in containers – Perfect for international shipping and long-distance transport.
- Bulk transport by truck – The best option for high-volume production and efficiency.
If you are unsure which packaging suits your needs best or need more information, we are happy to advise you. Get in touch with us to explore the best solution for your brewery!
