Weyermann Carafa Type 3
To summarize Weyermann Carafa Type 3 a dark-roasted specialty malt made from high-quality spring barley. Notably carefully roasted to add an espresso-like bouquet, coffee and chocolate flavors. As well as a mild but noticeable roasted aftertaste. Producing opaque beer with brown/black color.
Carafa Type 3 a popular choice for a variety of dark beer styles, including:
- Porter
- Stout
- Black IPA
- Altbier
However also used in smaller quantities to add color and flavor to lighter beers.
Subsequently Carafa Type 3 a versatile malt that used to create a wide range of flavor profiles, depending on the amount used and the other ingredients in the beer. For example, used to create a rich and chocolatey stout, or a coffee-forward Black IPA.
Tips for using Carafa Type 3 in your beer recipes:
- Firstly, start with a small amount and gradually increase to taste. Carafa Type 3 can be a very strong malt, so important to start with a small amount and adjust as needed.
- Secondly, steep Carafa Type 3 at a low temperature to avoid extracting harsh flavors. Steeping Carafa Type 3 at 150-155 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes a good starting point.
- Thirdly, consider using a dehusked version of Carafa Type 3, such as Weyermann Carafa Special Type 3. Dehusked malts tend to produce a richer color and less astringency than hulled malts.
- Although experiment with different combinations of other malts and hops to create your own unique flavor profile. Carafa Type 3 pairs well with a variety of other malts, including chocolate malt, roasted barley, and crystal malts. Also used in conjunction with hops that have coffee, chocolate, or caramel flavors.
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