Briess Midnight Wheat is a bitterless black malt. Used in smaller quantities it will contribute dark brown to black color with little or no flavor impact. At larger quantities Midnight Wheat will add a smooth roasty flavor without the bitterness typical of other heavily roasted malts.
Origin
North America
Suggested Styles
Best suited for dark beers
Usage Rates
1-2% for color adjustment with little impact on flavor
2-5% for color and subtly sweet roast flavor in Black IPA or Schwarzbier
5-7% for darker color and smooth roasted flavor in Black IPA or Schwarzbier
Specs
| Color (°Lovibond) | 550 |
| Moisture | 6.5% |
Substitutes
Weyermann Carafa Special I, Carafa Special II, Carafa Special III
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.