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Flaked Oats

Flaked Oats malt — watercolor illustration
Type Adjunct
Color (SRM) 1.5-2.0
Max Usage 30%

About

Flaked oats add a silky, creamy mouthfeel and smooth body to beer. They are essential in oatmeal stouts and increasingly popular in hazy IPAs, where they contribute to the soft, pillowy texture that defines the style.

Flavor Contribution

Silky, creamy, smooth mouthfeel, body

Part of the Beverage FYI Family