Briess Caramel 80 is a medium roasted crystal malt. It will contribute reddish hues to a wort along with strong caramel flavor, with hints of lightly burnt sugar and raisin. In addition to color and flavor enhancement, Caramel 80 will also improve head retention and mouthfeel.
Origin
North America
Suggested Styles
All but the lightest styles
Usage Rates
1-3% Additional sweetness and body in Pilsners
5-10% Vienna Lager, Oktoberfest, Bock or other Dark Lagers
5-10% Classic West Coast Hoppy Ales (Sierra Nevada, Stone)
10-15% Doppelbock, Barleywine
Specs
| Color (°Lovibond) | 80 |
| Extraction Efficiency | 76% |
| Moisture | 4.5 |
Substitutes
Simpsons Medium Crystal, Simpsons Dark Medium Crystal
Briess Malt & Ingredients Co.
Founded in the former Czechoslovakia in 1876, Briess Malting & Ingredients Co. has over a century of experience as a maltster. After emigrating to Wisconsin the family-owned business continued to produce specialty malts for export. Now in their 5th generation, Briess is an industry leader, producing more styles of malt than any other maltster in the world. All Briess products are non-GMO and Kosher.