Rahr Malted Oats

<Dive into the world of home brewing with Rahr Malted Oats, a delightful addition to your grain bill with its unique characteristics. Made right here in Canada, these malted oats bring a gentle, creamy texture and a subtle aromatic profile to your brews, enhancing body and mouthfeel without overwhelming the palate. When you’re looking to add complexity and smoothness to your next batch, Rahr Malted Oats are a fantastic choice.

Flavour and Aroma

Rahr Malted Oats contribute a mild sweetness and a soft, creamy mouthfeel that takes centre stage in the final drink. The light colour range of 1.9 – 2.2 Lovibond ensures that it won’t significantly darken your brew, keeping it nice and light. The oats impart a silky texture and a touch of oaty nuttiness, which beautifully rounds off the beer’s profile without detracting from the dominant flavours of your chosen style.

Beer Styles and Usage

Rahr Malted Oats are particularly esteemed in styles like New England IPAs, Stouts, and Hazy Pales, where enhancing mouthfeel and body is key. With a recommended usage rate of up to 20% of your total grain bill, these malted oats play a supporting role. They aid in creating that velvety, pillowy texture that these styles are known for, alongside helping with head retention, which is always a bonus in high-quality beers.

Brewing Tips

When incorporating Rahr Malted Oats into your recipe, consider adding them alongside base malts like 2-Row or Pale Malt to build a strong enzymatic backbone. While oats themselves have lower enzymatic power, when used with more enzymatically active grains, they contribute the desired creamy texture and aid in flavour complexity. Keep in mind that they should be well-mixed with the mash to avoid clumping, promoting even conversion and optimal extraction of their delightful characteristics.

Processing and Impact

Rahr Malted Oats undergo a unique malting process that preserves their intrinsic flavours while facilitating easier integration into your home brewing process. This careful treatment ensures the oats enrich your brew with smooth, mellow characteristics, without dominating the profile. By using these in your next batch, you can effortlessly enhance the overall experience of your beer, taking it from good to genuinely memorable.

For homebrewers keen on crafting brews with a luxurious mouthfeel and a well-rounded body, Rahr Malted Oats are an invaluable ingredient. Not only do they help create the perfect sip, but they also allow the primary malt and hop characters to shine, ultimately leading to a balanced and gratifying drink. So when you’re ready to experiment or refine your recipes, these oats are here to make that journey easier and richer.