What is Caramel 80L Malt?

Caramel 80L Malt is a roasted caramel malt used to add deep red color, caramel sweetness, and malt complexity to beer.

How much Caramel 80L Malt should I use?

Typically 5–15% of the grain bill depending on desired sweetness and color intensity.

Does Caramel 80L add sweetness?

Yes. It contributes caramel, toffee, burnt sugar, and mild raisin notes.

Can I steep Caramel 80L Malt?

Yes. It can be steeped to extract color and sweetness.

What styles benefit most from Caramel 80L?

Porters, stouts, doppelbocks, strong ales, barleywines, and dark lagers benefit most from its caramel depth and red color.

Will this malt darken my beer significantly?

At 80°L it adds noticeable deep amber to red color, especially at higher usage rates.

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Lovibond Scale from 10°-120°

Malt Style, Dark Roasted Malt
Flavor, Coffee, cocoa and dark chocolate notes
Color, Deep black
Lovibond, 490~566º
Moisture, 3.8%
Benefits, Smooth dark roast character with rich coffee and chocolate aroma

Flavor Notes

Provides Rich coffee, cocoa, dark chocolate with smooth roasted aroma.

Mouthfeel Impact

Enhances body and complexity without harsh bitterness.

Brewing Performance

• Deep black color (490–566°L)
• Typically used up to 5% for flavor, more for very dark beers
• Supports clean, elegant roast profile

Carafa® Special III provides ultra-rich roast flavor and depth while maintaining smooth, mild bitterness.

In All-Grain Brewing

Use up to 5% for flavor impact; higher percentages for very dark beers.

In Partial Mash Brewing

Include to enhance roast aroma and color.

In Extract Brewing

Steep 20–30 minutes at 150–170°F to extract color and flavor.

Pairing Suggestions

Pairs well with:

• Maris Otter Pale Ale
• Premium 2-Row Malt
• Chocolate Malt
• Carafa® Special II
• Irish Ale yeast
• American Ale yeast
• Cascade hops
• Fuggle hops

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carafa® Special III a base malt?

No. Carafa® Special III is a specialty malt designed to contribute deep color, rich roasted flavor, and aromatic complexity. It is intended to be used alongside a base malt rather than as the main fermentable.

Can I steep Carafa® Special III?

Yes. Steeping at 150–170°F for 20–30 minutes extracts its dark chocolate, coffee, and cocoa notes, adding depth and aroma without harsh bitterness.

How much should I use?

Typical usage is 3–5% of the grain bill for subtle roast character, but up to 10–15% can be used in Stouts, Porters, or other very dark beers for bold roast flavors and full-bodied complexity.

Does this malt add bitterness?

It contributes minimal bitterness. The de-husked processing reduces husk-derived harshness, allowing the malt to contribute dark color and roasted character smoothly.

Can Carafa® Special III be used in lighter beers?

Yes, but only in very small amounts (~0.5%) for subtle color adjustment. It is most effective in dark ales, stouts, and specialty beers.

Which beer styles benefit most from Carafa® Special III?

Stouts, Porters, Black IPAs, Robust Porters, Dunkles Weizen, and other dark or specialty ales gain depth, aroma, and smooth roast character from this malt.

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