Crystal Dark Medium

Colour

204–242 EBC

Extract (fine grind, dry basis)

≥ 70 %

Max. moisture

≤ 5 %

Dark Caramel, Hints of Toffee

Simpsons Malt · Flavour and use

Crystal Dark Medium is a bold, intensely crystalised malt that imparts hints of toffee, dark caramel and dried fruit notes, along with a deep amber to ruby hue (190-225 °EBC). It enhances body, mouthfeel and malt complexity, making it ideal for Red Ales, Porters and Stouts, where a deeper caramel sweetness and colour contribution is desired. Compared to Crystal Medium (167-190 °EBC), Crystal Dark Medium offers more intense caramelisation and a richer, deeper sweetness, with the first hints of light burnt sugar complexity. It remains less intense than Crystal Dark (200-250 °EBC), which leans more toward darker toffee and light roasted notes. Typically used at 5-15% in the grist, Crystal Dark Medium provides a full, warming malt backbone, balancing hop bitterness with layers of toffee, caramelised sugar and subtle dark fruit complexity – perfect for brewers looking to add depth and richness without overpowering roastiness. Dark Caramel, Hints of Toffee Whole, Milled

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