Root Shoot Malting Malted Hopi Blue Corn Root Shoot Malting’s Non-GMO Malted Blue Corn delivers earthy sweetness, a creamy mouthfeel, and a subtle pink hue for brewers and distillers looking to stand out. Malted from the heritage Hopi Blue flint corn variety, this unique grain contributes a slightly sweet, corn-forward flavor reminiscent of unsalted blue corn tortilla chips while enhancing fermentability and body. Compared to traditional yellow dent corn, this flint variety offers a more rustic character and visual appeal, making it an exciting choice for creative recipes. Ideal for Mexican-style lagers, pre-Prohibition lagers, cream ales, or bourbon-style distillates, this malt can be used in place of flaked or raw corn while contributing additional flavor and mash performance benefits. Note: Blue corn is a flint variety—use a wider mill gap and a mill suitable for corn. More about Root Shoot Malting: The Olander family is deeply grounded and invested in Northern Colorado. Todd and Steve Olander, owners of Olander Farms, cultivated Root Shoot Malting to specialize in the highest quality of local grain and craft malt available to the brewing and distilling industries. As 5th generation farmers in Loveland, Colorado, we respect the heritage of our region’s agriculture. As partners in the beer industry, we value the high standards of being in one of America’s most esteemed locations for craft beer. Each and every bag is hand-packaged at their craft malthouse. More about Root Shoot Malting Malted Blue Corn: Root Shoot Malting’s malted blue corn is crafted from a non-GMO Hopi Blue flint corn variety using a careful germination and kilning process to preserve its distinct character. Expect slightly lower extract and friability compared to yellow dent corn, along with a firmer kernel that may require a wider mill gap for optimal crush. In the mash, it contributes a smooth, slightly sweet backbone with a unique earthy note and a faint pink hue in finished beer when used at higher percentages. Compared to flaked corn, malted blue corn offers improved mash integration, enzymatic contribution, and a more expressive flavor profile for brewers and distillers alike. Looking for a full sack option? Click here.
