Ethiopian Black Barley Malt

Colour

4–8 EBC

Extract (fine grind, dry basis)

≥ 77 %

Max. moisture

≤ 5 %

Protein

10–14 %

An ancient Ethiopian, 6 row hull-less barley dating back to 4500BC. Known as Ethiopian Black Barley due to its origins, this ancient grain was a vital food source for the early civilizations of North Africa, the Middle East, and the Himalayas. Dating back to 4500 BC, this heirloom variety has remained untouched by modern breeding, cultivated in small batches and celebrated for its exceptional flavour, deep colour, and nutritional richness. Similar to our journey with purple hull-less barley, the seed for this rare Ethiopian black barley was sourced from the U.S. in 2008. After years of careful propagation, it was successfully cultivated on a larger scale, initially to supply the artisan baking industry.

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