Weyermann Acidulated malt is a specialty malt that has been treated with soured wort to imbue it with lactic acid. It can be used in a recipe to create a sour acidic flavor in a wort or in small quantities it allows a brewer to lower pH while still falling within the Reinheitsgebot beer purity law.
Origin
Germany
Suggested Styles
Can be used in any recipe
Usage Rates
1% to reduce mas pH by approximately 0.1
Up to 5%
Up to 10% only in sour beers
Specs
| Color (°Lovibond) | 0.9-2.3 |
| Moisture | 8% |
Substitutes
Weyermann Specialty Malting
Located in the heart of the beer-rich region of Franconia in Germany, Weyermann has been producing high quality brewing malts for over a century. Starting from one small drum under a tarp Weyermann has grown into a worldwide recognized leader in malting, including their CARA-series of specialty malts.