Beech Smoked Barley Malt - Weyermann

Weyermann Beech Smoked Barley Malt allows brewers to create authentic smoked beers with balanced, traditional flavor. Kilned over beechwood, this specialty malt delivers a clean, moderate smoke character supported by subtle notes of honey, vanilla, and underlying malt sweetness. Its gentle roast profile adds depth without harshness, making it suitable for both delicate and intensely smoky beer styles.

With a light kilning level of 2–3.5° Lovibond, this malt contributes a pale gold color while providing a smooth backbone for smoked ales and lagers. Brewers commonly use it in Rauchbier, Smoked Porters, Märzens, and specialty lagers, though it can also serve as a full base malt when a bold, unmistakable smoke presence is desired. Its balanced profile makes it easier to blend with other base malts or specialty grains to build tailored smoke intensity.

This malt performs reliably in traditional German-style mash schedules as well as modern recipes that incorporate smoked elements for complexity. Depending on the desired level of smoke expression, it can be used at low percentages for subtle character or up to 100 percent of the grist for deeply smoky, traditional presentations. Its consistent flavor contributions make it adaptable to a wide range of brewing applications.

For brewers working to achieve classic smoked beer profiles with clean, beechwood-derived character, Weyermann Beech Smoked Barley Malt provides a dependable and versatile foundation. It offers controlled smoke intensity, smooth malt sweetness, and pale color contribution suitable for both traditional and experimental recipes.