White Wheat Malt - Briess

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Lovibond Scale from 10°-120°

Malt Style, Wheat, Base Malt
Flavor, Sweet, malty, mild bread dough
Color, Straw to pale gold
Lovibond, 2.5º
Moisture, 5%
Yield on Grind, 83%
Benefits, Adds body, foam and subtle malt sweetness

Flavor Notes

White Wheat Malt provides a sweet, malty character with mild bread dough notes and subtle grain sweetness. Its flavor is soft and supportive, complementing yeast-driven and hop-forward profiles.

Mouthfeel Impact

Adds creamy body and significantly improves foam stability and head retention. The higher protein content contributes to a fuller texture and enhanced lacing.

Brewing Performance

Light straw color contribution (2.5°L)
Functions as a base malt at higher percentages
Enhances foam formation and stability
Adds body without heavy sweetness
Yield on grind approximately 83%

White Wheat Malt performs reliably in both traditional wheat styles and modern hop-forward recipes.

In All-Grain Brewing

Use 5% to improve head retention in any style. Use 10–20% in Kölsch and lighter ales for added body. Use 50% or more when brewing traditional or American wheat beers.

In Partial Mash Brewing

Include in the mash portion to contribute fermentable sugars and improve foam stability.

In Extract Brewing

White Wheat Malt must be mashed and cannot be steeped alone. It requires enzymatic conversion to extract fermentable sugars.

Pairing Suggestions

Pairs well with:

Pilsen malt
2-Row malt
Munich malt
Noble hops
German wheat yeast
Belgian yeast strains

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is White Wheat Malt a base malt?

Yes. It can function as a base malt and may make up 50% or more of the grain bill in wheat beer styles.

Can I steep White Wheat Malt instead of mashing it?

No. It must be mashed to convert starches into fermentable sugars.

How much White Wheat Malt should I use?

Use 5% for foam enhancement, 10–20% for added body, or 50% or more in wheat-focused recipes.

Does White Wheat Malt add sweetness?

It adds mild malt sweetness and soft grain character without heavy residual sugar.

Does White Wheat Malt increase haze?

Yes. Its protein content can contribute to natural haze in wheat and hazy beer styles.

What is the difference between White Wheat Malt and German Wheat Malt?

White Wheat Malt typically offers a slightly cleaner, softer wheat character, while some German wheat malts may provide stronger traditional wheat beer expression.

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