EBC-Min 40
EBC-Max 60

BEST Melanoidin Light

BEST Melanoidin Light is a malt with high levels of Maillard products, or melanoidins, which produce a highly intensive aroma and color. As the malt is comparatively high in enzymes for its dark color, it can easily constitute a large share of the grain bill. BEST Melanoidin Light will give your spirits an exciting flavor that is reminiscent of dark fruits such as blackberries or plums.
For whisky, also as part of the grain bill in smoky whisky.
Blackberry
malt
Plum

Specifications

Parameter Minimum Maximum Einheit
Moisture content 4.9 %
Extract (dry substance) 75.0 %
Protein, dry basis 12.0 %
Wort color 40 / 16 60 / 23 EBC / L
Wort pH 5.0 5.8
Grading > 2.5 mm 90.0 %

Remarks

All raw materials are tested for pesticides, mycotoxins and heavy metals and meet the requirements of VO (EG) 165/2010 and 396/2005.

All BEST malts are regularly tested for N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA). Their nitrosamine content is below the permissible limit.

All BEST malts comply with VO (EG) No. 1829/2003, 1830/2003, 49/2000, 18/2001 and 50/2000. We work without irradiation and without genetically modified raw materials, ingredients or additives.

All BEST malts as well as their packaging are produced in strict compliance with DIN EN ISO 9001:2015 and HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) food safety management system.

BEST malts comply with the German Purity Law.

The cultivation of the barley until the delivery of the malt is carried out in accordance with the regulation EC / 178/2002.

Use

For whisky, also as part of the grain bill in smoky whisky.

% of the grain bill

Packaging

In bulk, sacks size 25 kg/55 lbs and 50 kg/110 lbs, super sacks size 500-1,000 kg/1,100-2,200 lbs. All of our malts are also available in crushed form on request.

Shelf life

At least 24 months if stored under cool (max. 20 °C/68 °F) and dry (max. 35 % RH) conditions.
For crushed malt: 12 months.

Service

Our specialists will be happy to advise you if you wish.

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