Description
Light brown sugar (Cassonade Light) 25 kg – Belgian brown sugar for brewing
Cassonade Light is a light Belgian brown sugar made from a mixture of sugar crystals and candi syrup. The sugar is produced by Belgosuc in Belgium from sugar beet and sold through Castle Malting. The 25 kg bag is intended for breweries and others with high consumption.
Please note: The professional range is only available in Norway.
In brewing, brown sugar is often used in Belgian beer styles. The sugar ferments out and raises the alcohol content without adding body, and it can contribute light caramel and molasses notes.
Technical data
- ingredients: sugar, candi syrup
- origin: sugar beet
- sucrose: minimum 97.5% of dry substance
- moisture: maximum 1.5%
- packaging: 25 kg bag
Storage
Store dry in the closed original packaging, at 10–30 °C and a maximum of 65% relative humidity. Brown sugar absorbs moisture and may form lumps, so the manufacturer recommends using it within 12 months.
Frequently asked questions about Cassonade Light brown sugar
What does brown sugar do in beer?
The sugar ferments out and raises the alcohol content without adding body. Light brown sugar can also add light caramel notes and is often used in Belgian beer styles.
How long does the sugar keep?
The product has no best-before date, but the manufacturer recommends using it within 12 months, as brown sugar can form lumps under varying storage conditions.
Is there a dark version?
Yes, we also stock Cassonade Dark, dark brown sugar in a 25 kg bag.
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