Simpsons Roasted Barley – Intense Roast & Deep Black Color Traditional Unmalted Grain for Irish‑Style Stouts & Robust Dark Beers Simpsons Roasted Barley is a powerful, unmalted grain providing bold bitterness, jet-black color, and unmistakable roasted coffee and burnt toast flavors. With a Lovibond color range between 488 and 713 °L, it's one of the darkest ingredients available and a classic staple in Irish dry stout recipes. This roasted barley delivers signature dryness and roast complexity, especially valuable in styles like stouts and porters. Even in small amounts (1%–5%), it shapes the character and mouthfeel of the beer significantly, creating a clean and assertive finish. Key Characteristics: Grain Type: Unmalted Roasted Barley Origin: United Kingdom (Simpsons Malt) Color: 488–713 °Lovibond Flavor Profile: Coffee, burnt toast, dark chocolate, intense roast Usage Range: Typically 1%–5%, up to 10% max in darker styles Malt Type: Unmalted grain (no diastatic activity) Applications: Irish dry stout, robust porter, foreign extra stout, schwarzbier Why Choose Simpsons Roasted Barley? With a deeper roast than many malts on the market, Simpsons Roasted Barley brings authenticity and bold character to traditional dark beer styles. It produces clean, sharp roast flavor and maximum color impact—without residual sweetness. A little goes a long way, so it’s especially effective in small percentages to achieve striking results. Ordering Options: Available in ounce increments for recipe flexibility, or in bulk sacks (55 lb).
