DRC® Malt

Simpsons DRC® (Double Roasted Crystal) - English Malt

This is an exceptional caramel malt, crafted to impart rich flavor, color, and aroma to beer. Thanks to its unique double roasting technology, this malt stands out with an intense dark caramel flavor, featuring subtle notes of plums, raisins, and burnt sugar.

Key Features

Color: 280–320 EBC (105.6–120.6 °Lovibond)
Moisture: max. 5.0%
Extract: min. 69.0% (dry basis)
Usage Rate: 3–20%

Beer Styles: Pale Ale, British Strong Ale, Belgian Abbey, also suitable for stouts, porters, and other dark beer styles

Flavor Profile

Simpsons DRC® provides beer with:

Rich caramel flavor
Subtle dried fruit notes, such as plums and raisins
A light roasted character without the harshness or bitterness typical of dark roasted malts
A deep reddish-brown color
Increases beer body and head retention

Usage Recommendations

Simpsons DRC® is perfect for:

Stouts and porters
British strong ale styles
Belgian Abbey style beers (Abbey, Dubbel, Dark Strong Ale)
Dark ale type beers where the goal is to highlight malt complexity