Chocolate Malt - Briess

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Lovibond Scale from 10°-120°

Malt Style, Dark Roasted Malt
Flavor, Rich cocoa, roasted coffee, mild burnt toast
Color, Deep brown to black
Lovibond, 350ºL
Moisture, 5.5%
Benefits, Provides dark color, chocolate & roasted flavors

Flavor Notes

Chocolate Malt provides rich cocoa, roasted coffee, and mild burnt toast character. It offers smoother roast complexity compared to sharper roasted grains.

Mouthfeel Impact

Adds depth and subtle roasted bitterness while maintaining balance. It enhances malt complexity without the intense dryness of roasted barley.

Brewing Performance

Dark color contribution (350°L)
Produces deep brown to black hues
Adds chocolate and roasted flavor
Enhances malt backbone in dark styles
Best used in moderate percentages for balance

Chocolate Malt delivers layered roast flavor while preserving drinkability in dark beers.

In All-Grain Brewing

Use 1–10% of the grain bill depending on desired roast intensity and color. Lower percentages provide subtle cocoa notes, while higher amounts deepen roast character.

In Partial Mash Brewing

Include in the mash to extract chocolate and roasted flavors.

In Extract Brewing

Chocolate Malt can be steeped at 150–170°F for 20–30 minutes prior to the boil to extract color and flavor.

Pairing Suggestions

Pairs well with:

2-Row malt
Maris Otter
Munich malt
Crystal malts
English ale yeast
German lager yeast

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chocolate Malt a base malt?

No. Chocolate Malt is a dark roasted specialty malt used for color and flavor.

How much Chocolate Malt should I use?

Typically 1–10% of the grain bill depending on the desired roast intensity.

Does Chocolate Malt add bitterness?

It adds mild roasted bitterness and cocoa flavor, but less sharpness than roasted barley.

Can I steep Chocolate Malt?

Yes. It can be steeped to extract chocolate flavor and dark color.

What is the difference between Chocolate Malt and Roasted Barley?

Chocolate Malt is malted barley and tends to be smoother, while roasted barley is unmalted and produces sharper, drier roast character.

Does Chocolate Malt add sweetness?

It adds cocoa and roasted complexity but not significant residual sweetness.

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