Malting Co. of Ireland Irish Stout Malt

Taste & Character

Malting Co. of Ireland Irish Stout Malt is specifically crafted for brewing traditional Irish stouts. With a slightly darker color range of 2.5–3.5 Lovibond, it imparts roasted, nutty, and malty flavors that define the backbone of classic stouts. Its character balances depth with smoothness, creating a solid malt presence without harshness.

Where It Shines

This malt is a natural fit for Irish Stouts, Dry Stouts, and Foreign Extra Stouts. It also performs well in other dark beer styles such as Porters, Brown Ales, and robust Dark Ales, where its rich flavor profile enhances body and complexity.

Role in the Brewhouse

Irish Stout Malt can serve as a base malt or as part of a complex grain bill. With its balanced enzymatic properties, it works seamlessly alongside specialty grains to provide full conversion, stable extraction, and a malt foundation that supports roasted or caramel accents.

Brewer’s Guidance

Use Irish Stout Malt as the base for traditional stout recipes or blend with roasted barley, chocolate malt, or crystal malts to build layered flavor profiles. Typically used at 50–100% of the grist, it offers versatility for both authentic Irish stouts and creative dark ale interpretations.

Quick Description

A slightly darker Irish base malt (2.5–3.5 °L) delivering roasted, nutty, and malty notes. Perfect for Irish stouts, porters, and other dark beer styles, with balanced enzymes for versatile use in complex grain bills.