Base malt (Pilsner, Vienna, Munich)
Term from the Brauwerkstatt brewing glossary, category “Ingredients”.
Explanation
Pale malt that makes up most of the grain bill and provides the sugar for fermentation. Pilsner malt is the palest; Vienna and Munich malt add more colour and malt flavour.
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What is base malt?
- A hop product
- Pale malt that supplies most of the sugar and enzymes
- Roasted malt for dark colour
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Correct: Pale malt that supplies most of the sugar and enzymes. Pilsner, Vienna or Munich malt make up most of the grain bill. Specialty malts are only added in small amounts.