English Chocolate Malt - Simpsons

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Lovibond Scale from 10°-120°

Malt Style, Dark Roasted Malt
Flavor, Dark Chocolate
Lovibond, 400~490ºL
Moisture, 3%
Benefits, Enhances body and color without sharp astringency.

Flavor Notes

English Chocolate Malt provides rich dark chocolate and espresso notes with a smoother roast profile compared to sharper roasted grains.

Mouthfeel Impact

Enhances body and depth while maintaining a rounded finish. It adds complexity without harsh astringency.

Brewing Performance

Dark color contribution (400–490°L)
Produces deep brown to near-black hues
Adds cocoa and coffee character
Smooth roast expression
Best used as a specialty addition

Its controlled roasting produces depth and intensity while preserving balance.

In All-Grain Brewing

Use up to 10% of the grain bill for balanced chocolate and roast character. Higher percentages increase intensity in robust stouts and porters.

In Partial Mash Brewing

Include in the mash to extract full flavor and color contribution.

In Extract Brewing

English Chocolate Malt can be steeped at 150–170°F for 20–30 minutes to extract cocoa flavor and deep color.

Pairing Suggestions

Pairs well with:

Maris Otter
2-Row malt
Crystal malts
Roasted Barley
English ale yeast
British hop varieties

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is English Chocolate Malt a base malt?

No. It is a roasted specialty malt used for color and chocolate flavor.

How much English Chocolate Malt should I use?

Typically up to 10% of the grain bill depending on desired roast intensity.

Does English Chocolate Malt add bitterness?

It adds smooth roasted character with less harsh bitterness than highly roasted unmalted grains.

Can I steep English Chocolate Malt?

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

What is the difference between English and American Chocolate Malt?

English Chocolate Malt often provides a smoother, rounder roast character, while some American versions can be slightly sharper.

Will this malt make my beer black?

At higher percentages, it can produce very dark brown to nearly black beer color.

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