Briess Pale Ale Malt

Briess Pale Ale is an American, ale-style base malt. It has a rich malt flavor with hints of biscuit and nut, and contributes a rich, golden color to wort. Made from 2-row barley varieties, Briess Pale Ale has a slightly lower protein content and a slightly higher yield than 6-row base malts. Although its diastatic power is lower than some base malts, it has sufficient enzymes to support the inclusion of even the most demanding specialty malts. It is very versatile can be used as a base malt for any beer style.

Usage Levels / Beer Styles

Up to 100% Ales (an exception being Kölsch) and rich, full flavored dark beers

10% or more All but the lightest beer styles for additional flavor

10-15% High-gravity beer styles like Bock, more in low-gravity beers

Rich malty; hints of biscuit and nuts

A fully modified, high extract, low protein malt, not just a darker Brewers Malt. The proprietary malting process involves careful monitoring of the kiln drying process and specialized temperature rests that result in the development of its unique flavor.