Torrefied Wheat 25kg (3-4.5 EBC) - Thomas Fawcett

Torrefied Wheat 25 kg – puffed wheat from Thomas Fawcett

Torrefied Wheat from Thomas Fawcett & Sons is unmalted, puffed (heat-treated) wheat. It gives good head retention and a smooth texture, and is used at up to 10% of the grist in ales.

The 25 kg sack is intended for breweries and professional customers.

Please note: This product is part of the professional range and is only available in Norway.

Loose malt (100 g, 20 kg and 25 kg) is currently not sold to Sweden. Malt extract and beer kits can be ordered as usual.

Technical data

• Colour: 3.0–4.5 EBC
• Extract (coarse): above 72.0%
• Moisture: below 10.0%
• Total protein: below 13.1%
• Usage rate: up to 10% of the grist in ales
• Packaging: 25 kg sack

Specifications

Frequently asked questions about Torrefied Wheat

What is Torrefied Wheat used for?

It improves head retention and lacing and gives a smoother texture in ales.

How much Torrefied Wheat can I use?

Thomas Fawcett specifies up to 10% of the grist in ales.

Does Torrefied Wheat need to be mashed?

Yes. The wheat is unmalted and has no enzymes of its own, so it is mashed together with a base malt that converts the starch into sugar.

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• Torrefied Wheat 100 g
• Dark Crystal Malt 25 kg
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