Caramel Malts

Caramel malts, often called crystal malts, bring color, sweetness, and depth to beer. These specialty grains are kilned to crystallize their sugars, producing notes that range from light honey and toffee to dark caramel, raisin, and burnt sugar. Brewers use them to enhance body, improve head retention, and add layers of malt complexity. Gnome Brew’s selection includes light options like Briess Caramel 10 and Weyermann CaraHell for subtle sweetness; medium styles such as Simpsons Medium Crystal and Weyermann CaraMunich for amber hue and rich toffee flavor; and dark varieties like Dingemans Special B, Weyermann CaraAroma, and Simpsons Double Roasted Crystal for deep red color and dried fruit character. With choices from top maltsters around the world—including Briess, Weyermann, Simpsons, Dingemans, and craft producer Sugar Creek Malt—these malts help define everything from pale ales to rich porters and Belgian dubbels.