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Roast Barley - 2kg

Roast Barley - 2kg

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Brew stout often? This 2kg bag of Roast Barley covers repeat batches of dry stouts, porters and dark ales with its dry, coffee-like roast and deep colour.

What it does

Roast barley is unmalted barley roasted to a dark, dry finish. It delivers sharp, coffee-like roast, a dry bitterness and a deep reddish-black colour - rounder and more coffee-forward than black malt. Buying the larger bag suits regular stout brewers and bigger recipes.

Specs

  • Flavour: coffee, dry roast, slight acidity
  • Colour: deep red-black
  • Typical use: 3-10% of the grain bill
  • Great in: dry stouts, porters and dark ales

How to use

Add it to the mash with your base malt, or steep it for a kit or extract brew. Pair it with an ale yeast such as Safale S-04 for a classic stout.

Who it is for

Stout and porter brewers. Smaller bags: Roast Barley 1kg and Roast Barley 500g. Related roasted grains: Black Malt and Chocolate Malt.

Frequently Asked Questions
How much roast barley goes in a stout?

Typically 3-10% of the grain bill. Higher amounts give a drier, more roasty stout.

What is the difference between roast barley and black malt?

Roast barley is unmalted barley roasted dark. It gives a rounder, coffee-forward roast, while black malt tends towards a sharper, more ashy edge.

How should I store it?

Keep it sealed in a cool, dry place to keep the roast flavour fresh.

Can I steep it for a kit or extract beer?

Yes. Roasted grains do not need converting, so roast barley can be steeped in hot water to add colour and roast to a kit or extract brew.