Carafoam Malt - Weyermann

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Lovibond Scale from 10°-120°

Malt Style, Base Malt, Specialty Malt, Caramel Crystal Malt
Flavor, Malty sweet, light caramel
Color, Light
Lovibond, 1.4~2.9ºL
Benefits, Adds body & long-lasting head retention.

Flavor Notes

Carafoam provides subtle malty sweetness with very light caramel character. Its flavor impact is minimal, making it suitable for delicate or pale beer styles.

Mouthfeel Impact

Enhances body and smoothness while maintaining a clean finish. It strengthens foam formation and improves head retention and lacing.

Brewing Performance

Very light color contribution (1.4–2.9°L)
Adds dextrins for improved body
Supports long-lasting foam stability
Minimal impact on sweetness
Suitable for light, crisp, and alcohol-reduced styles

Carafoam is especially useful in beers that tend to finish thin or require improved foam structure.

In All-Grain Brewing

Use 5–10% of the grain bill to enhance body and head retention without altering color or flavor significantly.

In Partial Mash Brewing

Include in the mash portion to support foam stability and improve mouthfeel.

In Extract Brewing

Carafoam can be steeped at 150–170°F for 20–30 minutes prior to the boil to extract dextrins that improve body and foam retention.

Pairing Suggestions

Pairs well with:

Pilsner malt
2-Row malt
Vienna malt
Wheat malt
Noble hops
Clean lager yeast
Neutral ale yeast

Carafoam Malt - Weyermann

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carafoam a base malt?

No. Carafoam is a dextrin-style specialty malt used alongside a base malt.

Can I steep Carafoam Malt?

Yes. Carafoam can be steeped to extract dextrins that enhance body and foam retention.

How much Carafoam should I use?

Typically 5–10% of the grain bill is sufficient to improve body and head stability.

Does Carafoam add sweetness?

It adds minimal sweetness and primarily contributes body and foam support.

Does Carafoam change beer color?

No. With a Lovibond range of 1.4–2.9°L, it has very little impact on beer color.

When should I use Carafoam?

Use it in beers that need improved mouthfeel or stronger head retention without increasing malt intensity.

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