Beech Smoked Barley Malt - Weyermann

Regular price $3.74
Weyermann Beech Smoked Barley Malt delivers authentic beechwood smoke character with subtle honey and vanilla notes, making it ideal for rauchbier, smoked lagers, and specialty smoked ales.
  • Packed Fresh, To-Order
  • Available milled or unmilled
  • Adds authentic smoke character
  • 2-3.5°L – pale color with traditional smoky aroma
  • 1 lb ships in our resealable pouch. 2+ lb comes in a stay fresh heat-sealed bag.
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Lovibond
Lovibond refers to a scale used to measure the color of malt, wort, and beer. It's a visual method, comparing a sample to a series of colored glass discs or color charts. The scale is still widely used, especially for describing the color of malts, and is closely related to the Standard Reference Method (SRM) for measuring beer color. 
Scale from 10°-120°
Product Analysis
This typical analysis is not to be construed as product specification. Typical analysis represents average values, not to be considered as guarantees, expressed or implied, nor as a condition of sale.

Malt Style, Specialty Smoked Malt
Flavor, Pronounced beechwood smoke, malty sweet with hints of vanilla and honey
Color, Light gold
Lovibond, 2 ~ 3.5ºL
Moisture, 5%
Benefits, Imparts authentic smoked flavor and complexity. Usable as a base malt

Flavor Notes

Provides pronounced beechwood smoke balanced by malty sweetness with hints of honey and vanilla. The smoke character is traditional and smooth rather than harsh or acrid.

Mouthfeel Impact

Adds depth and complexity while maintaining a clean finish. Can contribute structure when used at higher percentages as a base malt.

Brewing Performance

• Color contribution of 2–3.5°L
• Produces pale gold to light amber hues
• Imparts authentic smoked aroma and flavor
• Can function as a full base malt
• Smoke intensity increases with higher usage rates

Weyermann’s traditional beechwood smoking process creates a balanced smoke profile that integrates cleanly into both lagers and ales.

Best Used In:

• Rauchbier
• Smoked Lager
• Kellerbier
• Wheat Bock
• Smoked Porter
• Old Ale
• Gotlandsdricke
• Sathi

Beech Smoked Barley Malt is especially effective in traditional German smoked styles but can also be used creatively in modern specialty beers.

In All-Grain Brewing

Use 5–10% for subtle smoke complexity. Increase to 20–50% for moderate smoke character, or up to 100% for traditional rauchbier intensity.

In Partial Mash Brewing

Include in the mash portion to extract full smoke flavor and fermentable sugars.

In Extract Brewing

Because it can function as a base malt, it should be mashed for full conversion and flavor extraction.

Pairing Suggestions

Pairs well with:

• Munich malt
• Pilsner malt
• Vienna malt
• Caramel malts
• Noble hops
• German lager yeast

Usage Rates
5-10% in a variety of styles for increased aroma complexity
Up to 100% for strong smokey notes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. It can function as a base malt and may be used up to 100% of the grain bill for strong smoke character.

Use 5–10% for subtle smoke or increase up to 100% for traditional rauchbier intensity.

At lower percentages it adds gentle smoke complexity. Higher percentages create bold, traditional smoke flavor.

No. It should be mashed to convert starches and extract full smoke and fermentable sugars.

Beechwood produces a smooth, balanced smoke character that is traditional to German rauchbier.

Rauchbier, smoked lagers, smoked porters, wheat bock, and other specialty smoked beers benefit most from its authentic smoke profile.

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