Taste & Character
Simpsons Black Malt is a deeply roasted specialty malt that delivers bold, intense flavors of coffee, dark chocolate, and roasted grain. With a color range of 500–600 Lovibond, it imparts a deep black hue while enhancing the roasted complexity of dark beer styles.
Where It Shines
This malt is ideal for use in Stouts, Porters, and other dark ales where a robust roasted character is desired. It adds dramatic color and depth, making it essential for recipes that require both visual intensity and strong flavor impact.
Role in the Brewhouse
Simpsons Black Malt provides roasted character and color with minimal fermentable extract. Used sparingly, it contributes intense coffee and cocoa notes without excessive bitterness or astringency, helping to balance and enrich malt-forward dark styles.
Brewer’s Guidance
Use Black Malt at 1–5% of the grist for a pronounced roasted character, or in smaller amounts to fine-tune color and complexity. Pair it with crystal malts, chocolate malts, or roasted barley to layer flavors and create balanced dark beer recipes.
Quick Description
A highly roasted specialty malt (500–600 °L) with bold flavors of coffee, cocoa, and roasted grain. Best suited for Stouts, Porters, and dark ales, adding deep color and intense roasted complexity when used sparingly.
