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Acidulated Malt

Acidulated Malt malt — watercolor illustration
Type Specialty
Color (SRM) 1.5-3.0
Max Usage 10%

About

Acidulated malt (Sauermalz) contains lactic acid on its surface, produced by Lactobacillus during controlled malting. It is used primarily to lower mash pH in compliance with the Reinheitsgebot, and to add tartness to sour styles like Berliner Weisse and Gose.

Flavor Contribution

Sour, tart, mash pH adjustment, lactic acid

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