Briess Caramel 60L Malt 1 lb

Briess Caramel Malt 60L is a medium crystal malt that provides rich caramel flavor, enhanced body, and deep amber color to a wide range of beer styles. Produced through a specialized stewing and roasting process that converts starches into sugars within the kernel before caramelization, this malt develops complex flavors of toffee, caramelized sugar, toasted bread, and subtle dark fruit. Its robust character makes it a favorite among brewers seeking to build malt depth and balance in both traditional and modern beer recipes.

In the brewing process, Caramel 60L contributes unfermentable dextrins that improve mouthfeel, head retention, and overall beer stability. It adds a rich amber to copper hue and provides a rounded malt sweetness that complements hop bitterness while enhancing overall flavor complexity. This malt is commonly used in Amber Ales, Red Ales, Brown Ales, Porters, Stouts, Scottish Ales, Bocks, and numerous specialty beer styles.

What makes Briess Caramel Malt 60L unique compared to lighter caramel malts such as Caramel 20L and 40L is its deeper caramelization and increased malt complexity. While lighter crystal malts emphasize honey, caramel, and light toffee notes, Caramel 60L delivers richer flavors of dark caramel, toasted sugar, and bread crust with hints of raisin and dried fruit. Compared to Caramel 90L and 120L, it provides substantial caramel richness without the more intense dark fruit, molasses, and burnt sugar characteristics found in higher color crystal malts. This balance makes Caramel 60L one of the most versatile crystal malts for adding both flavor and color without dominating the finished beer.

Its combination of sweetness, body, and malt complexity makes it particularly effective in recipes where brewers want a pronounced malt presence while maintaining balance and drinkability.

Usage Rate: Typically 3 - 15% of the grist

• 3 - 5%: Moderate caramel sweetness and color enhancement
• 5 - 10%: Rich toffee and dark caramel complexity
• 10 - 15%: Fuller body, deeper color, and pronounced malt character

Color (Lovibond): 60°L

Diastatic Power: 0° Lintner

Flavor Notes: Dark caramel, toffee, toasted bread, caramelized sugar, light raisin, sweet malt

Briess Caramel Malt 60L is an excellent choice for brewers seeking rich caramel flavor, enhanced body, and deep amber color. Its balanced combination of toffee sweetness and malt complexity makes it a cornerstone crystal malt for a broad range of classic and contemporary beer styles.