Simpsons Double Roasted Crystal (DRC™) Malt

Taste & Character

Simpsons Double Roasted Crystal™ (DRC) Malt is a unique specialty malt that delivers bold, layered flavors of toffee, caramel, and burnt sugar, complemented by hints of roasted nuts and dark chocolate. With a color range of 80–120 Lovibond, it imparts a deep amber to ruby hue and enhances both sweetness and complexity in beer.

Where It Shines

This malt is an excellent choice for robust styles such as Porters, Stouts, Barleywines, and Old Ales, where its intense caramelized character adds depth and richness. It also provides balance and distinction in creative craft recipes that call for malt-driven flavor.

Role in the Brewhouse

Simpsons DRC™ contributes unfermentable sugars that enhance body, foam stability, and mouthfeel while delivering bold sweetness and roasted complexity. Its dual roasting process intensifies flavor and color, making it a versatile option for building malt-forward profiles.

Brewer’s Guidance

Use Double Roasted Crystal™ at 5–15% of the grist to impart rich caramel, nutty, and chocolate-like flavors. Lower percentages bring subtle depth, while higher additions produce bold sweetness and distinctive ruby color in the finished beer.

Quick Description

A specialty malt (80–120 °L) with flavors of toffee, caramel, burnt sugar, and roasted nuts. Perfect for Porters, Stouts, and Barleywines, adding bold sweetness, body, and deep amber to ruby color.