Flaked Barley

Type:
Unmalted Adjunct
Recipes:
36,927

Profile

Flaked Barley is a versatile grain that finds widespread application in beer brewing. It imparts a distinct flavor profile to the final product, characterized by notes of nuttiness and subtle sweetness. This ingredient plays a crucial role in influencing the taste of beer as it adds body and mouthfeel, contributing to a smoother and creamier texture. Its utilization as an unmalted adjunct makes it an ideal choice for brewers aiming to enhance head retention and improve overall drinkability.

Due to its properties, Flaked Barley serves multiple purposes during the brewing process. Apart from enhancing the flavor and texture of beer, it also aids in improving filtration efficiency while reducing haze formation. Moreover, this light-colored grain can be used as a source of fermentable sugars without adding excessive color or strong malt flavors.

Flaked Barley is commonly incorporated into various beer styles such as stouts, porters, and Irish red ales where its contributions are highly valued. These styles benefit from the added complexity provided by Flaked Barley's unique character traits while maintaining balance with other ingredients in their respective recipes. Whether utilized for body enhancement or taste enrichment, Flaked Barley undoubtedly proves itself indispensable within the realm of beer brewing.

Characteristics

Color

0 < 4 < 4 EBC
1 < 2 < 2 °L

Amount

1.6 < 6.2 < 25.5 %

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