Description
Lactose 25 kg – milk sugar for sweet, full-bodied beers
Lactose is milk sugar that beer yeast does not fully ferment. It adds sweetness and body, and is used in styles such as sweet stout (milk stout). The 25 kg bag suits breweries and others who use large quantities.
Please note: This product is only available in Norway.
Technical data
- product: lactose monohydrate, a disaccharide of glucose and galactose
- white, free-flowing powder with a slightly sweet taste
- lactose: min. 99 %
- moisture: max. 0.5 %
- solubility: min. 99 %
- packaging: 25 kg bag
Storage and allergens
Keeps for at least 2 years from the production date when stored in the original bag in a cool, dry place, at max. 25 °C and max. 65 % relative humidity. Lactose is a dairy product and contains the allergen milk.
Frequently asked questions about lactose
Does lactose ferment?
Only to a small degree. Lactose is not fully fermentable by beer yeast, so most of the sugar stays in the beer and adds sweetness and body.
What is lactose used for in brewing?
Lactose adds sweetness and body and is typical of sweet stout, also known as milk stout.
When do I add lactose?
Lactose is usually added during the boil so it dissolves and is sterilised along with the wort.
How long does lactose keep?
At least 2 years from the production date, stored cool and dry in the original bag.
Does lactose contain allergens?
Yes. Lactose is a dairy product and contains the allergen milk.
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