Simpsons Crystal Light Malt is a lightly caramelized specialty malt made from Flagon barley, designed to enhance sweetness, body, and golden colour in beers.
It contributes delicate toffee, honey, and light caramel notes, adding depth without overpowering the malt profile. The milled format ensures efficient mash extraction and easy integration into brewing processes.
Key Characteristics:
Base Grain: Flagon Barley
Colour (EBC/Lovibond): 50–80 EBC (20–30°L) – Produces a light golden to deep amber hue.
Flavour Profile: Mild caramel, honey-like sweetness, light toffee.
Diastatic Power: None – Non-enzymatic malt used for flavour and body enhancement.
Extract Yield: 75–80% – Contributes unfermentable sugars for body retention.
Brewing Applications:
Perfect for pale ales, bitters, lagers, IPAs, and golden ales.
Used at 5–20% to enhance malt sweetness, body, and mouthfeel.
Adds depth without overshadowing hop character.
Improves head retention and provides a smooth malt backbone.