GoldSwaen© Hell – per kg

GoldSwaen© Hell Cara-Malt

GoldSwaen© Hell is a versatile caramel malt that sits perfectly between the lightest toffee malts and the deeper amber crystals. Produced through a specialised drum-roasting process, it ensures full caramelisation of the sugars within the kernel, resulting in a smooth, sweet aroma with distinct notes of honey and light caramel. It is particularly effective at increasing the mouthfeel and “roundness” of a beer without introducing the darker, burnt flavours of more heavily roasted specialty grains. Beyond flavour, it provides excellent structural support to the beer, enhancing foam stability and ensuring a creamy, persistent head in the glass.

Key Benefits

• Delivers a smooth, honey-like caramel sweetness.
• Imparts a beautiful golden to pale-orange glow.
• Significantly enhances mouthfeel and palate fullness.
• Promotes superior head formation and long-lasting foam stability.

Applications

• Brewing: Widely used in Pilsners, Lagers, Belgian Blondes, Tripels, and light Pale Ales.
• Distilling: Adds a rounded, sweet complexity to specialty grain spirits and whiskies.
• Cider Making: Can be used in “Graff” to add body and a subtle malty sweetness that balances apple acidity.

Typical Usage

• Usage Rate: Typically 5 – 10% for standard styles; up to 50% for high-gravity specialty beers requiring intense body.

Technical Data / Properties

• Moisture: Max 7.0%
• Extract (dry basis): Min 77.0%
• Colour: 20 – 30 EBC (8.1 – 11.8 Lovibond)
• pH: 5.5 – 5.8

Storage and Handling

Store in a cool (< 20°C), dry, and pest-free environment. Caramel malts are hygroscopic; keep bags tightly sealed to prevent the malt from absorbing moisture and becoming “slack”. Best used within 18–24 months of the production date.

Summary

The definitive “Golden” caramel malt for brewers seeking to balance crispness with a sophisticated malty sweetness and excellent foam performance.