Caramel/Crystal Malt – 75L

Also known as: Crystal Malt 75L, Caramel Malt 75L, Best Caramel Munich III

Type:
Caramel/Crystal Malt
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Profile

Caramel/Crystal Malt – 75L is a type of caramel/crystal malt with a deep black color. It imparts a rich, sweet flavor profile to beer, characterized by notes of toffee, caramel, and dark fruit. This malt contributes body and sweetness to the brew while adding complexity to the overall taste.

The use of Caramel/Crystal Malt – 75L in beer brewing influences the taste by providing a pronounced sweetness that balances out bitterness from hops. It adds depth and richness to the beer's flavor profile, creating a smooth and well-rounded drinking experience.

This particular malt is commonly used for its ability to enhance darker beer styles such as stouts, porters, brown ales, and Scottish ales. Its properties include excellent head retention capabilities due to increased protein content as well as enhanced mouthfeel. The high temperature during kilning results in more intense flavors compared to lighter crystal malts like Caramel/Crystal Malt - 20L or 40L.

Characteristics

Color

148 < 199 < 199 EBC
56 < 75 < 75 °L

Amount

1.3 < 5.7 < 18.2 %

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