Swaen© Munich Dark malt
Provides strong colours and body for any dark beer.
Description
While Swaen© Munich Dark malt shares characteristics with Munich Light, it delivers even deeper, richer colours to your beer. Its robust profile adds a distinct malty flavour that enhances both aroma and taste.
In addition to its flavour contribution, Swaen© Munich Dark malt strengthens head formation and improves body, creating a fuller, more satisfying mouthfeel. Ideal for lagers, ales, and specialty beers, this malt gives your brew both visual appeal and a well-rounded, malt-forward character.
Usage
Amber beers, Alt, Dark Lagers and Ales, Märzen, Bockbier, Brown Ale, Stout.
Quick facts
Raw material: Barley
Product: Kilned malt
Use: Up to 50%
EBC: 15 – 25
Lovibond: 6 – 10
Typical analysis
| Parameter | Unit | Min | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moisture | % | – | 4.5 |
| Extract (dry basis) | % | 80 | – |
| Total protein | % | – | 11.6 |
| Soluble protein | % | – | 4.9 |
| Kolbach index | % | – | 48 |
| Hartong 45° | % | 38 | – |
| Viscosity | mPa.s | – | 1.65 |
| pH | – | 5.7 | 6.1 |
| Friability | % | 75 | – |
| Glassiness (whole grains) | % | – | 3 |
| Calibration: – above 2.5 mm | % | 90 | – |
| Calibration: – rejected | % | – | 2.0 |
Flavour palette
Blogs and recipes
Recipe – American Amber Ale
While the world continues to embrace APAs and IPAs, we sometimes overlook another style born from the American craft beer revolution. This American Amber Ale recipe, a variation of American Pale Ale, deserves just as much recognition.
Recipe – Christmas beer
During the winter holidays, many people enjoy beers with a higher alcohol content and more richness, like our Christmas beer recipe. As a result, many breweries produce unique seasonal drinks. These beers are often darker, stronger, and spicier.
Recipe – Altbier
Altbier is a top-fermented, amber, lagered beer, traditionally brewed in Westphalia, mainly in Düsseldorf. The name “Alt” (meaning “old”) refers to the historical brewing method when ale yeast dominated. Check out our Altbier recipe, with a clean and crispy, rich malt character.
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!
