Rediscovering Spelt – the ancient grain for modern brews

Spelt, also known as dinkel wheat or hulled wheat, is a species of wheat cultivated since approximately 5000 BC. The Latin name is “Triticum spelta”.

Swaen Spelt

It was an important staple in parts of Europe from the Bronze Age to Medieval times and is known to process a number of health benefits. In recent years, spelt gained widespread popularity as a wheat substitute for making artisan breads, pasta, cereals, and beer!

Add a little spice to your beer. Spelt malt conveys a strong emphasis on typical spelt aromas, along with delivering soft malt notes with hints of hazelnut aromas, and biscuit flavours. 

Colour: EBC 5 – 10 / ºL 2.3 – 4.

Usage: Spelt Beer, IPA, Saison, Ales, Wheat beer, Porter, Stout.

Use: Spelt malt can be used up to 60% of the total grain bill.

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