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Pale Crystal Malt - 1kg

Pale Crystal Malt - 1kg

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Pale Crystal Malt is a sweet, malty crystal malt from Thomas Fawcett that adds body and a soft caramel note. It is ideal for bitters, pale ales and session beers that need balance. This 1kg bag suits most 23 litre recipes.

What it adds

  • Soft caramel and toffee sweetness with a biscuity note
  • Body and smoothness for balanced, easy-drinking beers
  • Light amber colour with less roast than darker crystal malts
  • Low enzyme content, so it is used with a base malt

Specifications

  • Maltster: Thomas Fawcett & Sons, Castleford
  • Type: crystal (caramel) malt
  • Colour: 60-90 EBC (20-30 °L), maltster's typical analysis
  • Typical use: 5-30% of the grain bill
  • Pack size: 1kg

How to use it

Mash it with a base malt, or steep it for an extract brew.

Who it's for

Brewers making bitters, pale ales, amber ales, IPAs and session beers.

Also available in: 500g, 2.5kg

Goes well with

Not sure which malt you need? Our Malt Selector compares colour and flavour across the whole range.

Frequently Asked Questions
How is pale crystal different from standard crystal malt?

It is lighter, at 60-90 EBC, so it adds a softer caramel note and less colour than standard crystal.

Can I use pale crystal in an extract brew?

Yes. Crystal malts can be steeped in hot water and the liquid added to the boil.

Does pale crystal need a base malt?

Yes. It has low diastatic power, so mash it alongside a base malt such as pale ale or lager malt.

How far does 1kg go?

It depends on the recipe; at around 10% of the grain bill it covers a couple of 23 litre batches.