Pilsner Malt from Best Malz is made from high-quality, two-row spring barley. This malt is characterized by a light color, usually around 1.5-2.0 Lovibond, and a fully modified, high extract characteristic. It provides a malty flavor with a slight sweetness, serving as a versatile base malt for a variety of beer styles.
Given its characteristics, Pilsner Malt from Best Malz is suitable for the following beer styles:
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Pilsners: Naturally, this malt is ideal for brewing various types of Pilsners, including German Pilsner, Bohemian Pilsner, and Classic American Pilsner, where it offers a crisp, clean malt profile.
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Lagers: It is commonly used in brewing light-colored lagers, such as Helles and Dortmunder Export, delivering a balanced malt backbone.
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Kölsch: This malt is suitable for brewing Kölsch, offering a light, refreshing malt character to complement the ale’s fruity esters.
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Wheat Beers: It can be used in combination with wheat malt for brewing Hefeweizen, Witbier, and other wheat-based beer styles.
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Belgian Ales: It can also be used as the base malt for various Belgian Ale styles, including Belgian Blonde Ale and Belgian Tripel, providing a delicate malt sweetness.
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Session Beers and Light Ales: Given its mild flavor and light color, it is a good choice for brewing lower-alcohol session beers and light ales.