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Crystal Malt - 1kg

Crystal Malt - 1kg

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A 1kg bag of Thomas Fawcett Crystal Malt, the classic medium crystal for toffee and caramel sweetness and a light amber colour in ales and bitters.

Key features

  • Toffee and caramel sweetness that strengthens the malt backbone
  • Light amber colour and fuller body
  • Already saccharified, so it can be steeped without mashing
  • Supplied crushed and ready to use

Specs

  • Weight: 1kg
  • Colour: 120-140 EBC (maltster spec)
  • Flavour: toffee, caramel sweetness
  • Typical use: 5-20% of the grain bill
  • Great in: bitters, best bitters, pale ales, amber ales and darker ales

The 1kg bag is a handy size for most 23 litre recipes.

How to use

Mash it with your base malt, or steep it in hot water (65-70°C for 30 minutes) and add the liquid to a kit or extract brew. For a 23 litre kit, 200-400g is a typical steeped addition.

Who it's for

Kit brewers who want to add body and caramel, and all-grain brewers making traditional English bitters and ales.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it crushed?

Yes, it comes crushed and ready to use, so you do not need a grain mill.

How much should I add to a beer kit?

For a 23 litre kit, 200-400g of steeped crystal malt is typical. Going much above 500g can make the beer overly sweet.

Which size should I buy?

1kg covers most 23 litre recipes. Choose 500g for a one-off or 2.5kg if you brew with it regularly.

How should I store it?

Keep the bag sealed in a cool, dry place away from damp and pests. Crushed malt is best used fresh, so buy the size you will use reasonably soon.