Melanoidin malt: unleashing rich flavours
Melanoidin malt stands out in the intricate world of brewing. It imparts depth, complexity, and a distinctive character to every beer. Traditionally, brewers have used this malt to craft some …
Organic malts from our Green Swaen range
In recent years, the brewing industry has shifted towards sustainability and natural ingredients. In this evolving landscape, organic malts have emerged as a cornerstone of eco‐conscious brewing. Many brewers now …
What are malted naked oats?
Malted naked oats are becoming a popular adjunct grain for craft brewers seeking to enhance flavour and mouthfeel in their beers. Additionally, their lack of a hull boosts enzyme efficiency …
Ask Jos – Facing the challenge of global warming
As we step into 2024, brewers face a growing challenge – unpredictable weather patterns caused by global warming. This shift directly impacts brewing, forcing us to adapt and rethink processes. …
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How to crush malt
As a brewer, you know that to release starches and produce fermentable sugars during mashing, you must crush malt properly. Milling your own grains makes homebrewing more efficient and cost-effective. …
Rye malt
Rye, scientifically known as Secale Cereale, has shaped baking, cooking, and brewing for centuries. Today, brewers embrace rye malt and its bold character to craft unique, flavourful beers. In this …
Roasted malt
It remains unclear when rotating drum roasting became popular among specialty maltsters. However, today it is the most widely used and safest method for producing caramelised and roasted malt and …
Caramel malts
Caramel malts have come a long way, but their roots go back to traditional kilning techniques. Brewers once covered kilns with tarpaulins to trap moisture while heating green malt to …
Dutch Pale Ale barley
Dutch Pale Ale barley has flourished in the Netherlands, a country shaped by its greatest ally and most relentless foe: the sea. While the waters enabled Dutch trade to thrive, …
Ale vs. Dutch Pale Ale malt
We often receive questions about the difference between Swaen Ale vs. Swaen Dutch Pale Ale. The short answer is origin, but there’s much more to it than that. Similarities between …
