Briess Caramel 90 is a crystallized malt with a medium-heavy roast. In a wort it will add a strong caramel flavor with notes of burnt sugar, raisin, and prunes along with red coloration. In addition to color and flavor enhancement, Caramel 90 will improve mouthfeel and head retention.
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) | 90 |
| Extraction Efficiency | 75% |
| Moisture | 4% |
Substitutes
Simpsons Dark Medium Crystal, Simpsons Dark 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.