Lesson 2 - Speciality Malt
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This lesson deals with speciality malt. Speciality malt is any malted product other than standard pale barley malt. We explore how these malts are made. We discover how using speciality malts or malt extracts, provides different beer flavour, aroma and can also affect colour.
Lesson Information
Pre-requisite Knowledge:
- Malt unit
- Introduction to speciality malt and adjuncts (Speciality malt and adjuncts/Lesson 1)
Learning Outcomes:
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Categorise speciality malt products.
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Describe the methods used to produce speciality malts.
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Explain the effect of heat on parameters such as enzyme activity, colour and flavour.
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Understand the ways in which we can use speciality malt products.
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Detail how malt extract is produced and how it can be used in the brewing process.
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Differentiate between the classes of caramel products and their use in brewing.