Simpsons Finest Pale Ale Golden Promise™, crafted from the renowned spring barley variety, stands as a beloved classic in the UK. Considered historically as the Scottish equivalent to English Maris Otter malts, Golden Promise™ finds versatile application in both English and Scottish style ales. Its distinctive sweet, robust malt flavor with notes of bread dough and honey has also positioned it as a preferred base malt for crafting American IPAs, lagers, and even finding its way into the production of several renowned whiskeys. Golden Promise is a well balanced base malt that stands up to even the most aggressive hopping
Originating in the UK during the 1960s, Golden Promise™ continues to uphold its esteemed reputation among barley varieties, cherished for its exceptional brewing and distilling qualities. Despite the emergence of newer barley variants, breweries, including long-standing ones like Timothy Taylor’s, have maintained a steadfast preference for Golden Promise™ for decades.
Primarily cultivated in eastern Scotland, Golden Promise™ does pose challenges due to its susceptibility to diseases and lower yields compared to more modern varieties. However, its superior quality and continuous demand have ensured its steadfast presence in cultivation.
Origin
United Kingdom
Suggested Styles
Up to 100%, suitable for most styles
Specs
| Color (°Lovibond) | 2.1-2.8 |
| Extraction Efficiency | 81% |
| Diastatic Power (°Lintner) | 45-70 |
| Protein | 8.1-9.7% |
Simpsons Malt
Producing over 250,000 tons of malt per year, Simpsons is "the home of good malt". James Parker Simpson opened his malting business in 1862, and in the following decades the family business has grown into one of the leading suppliers for brewers and distillers in the UK and around the globe.