{"product_id":"wheat-grain-malted-beaufort-biodynamic-1kg","title":"Malted Wheat Grain Biodynamic 1kg | Diastatic","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eCrafted by Voyager Craft Malt from biodynamic Australian wheat, this gently kilned diastatic malted grain is supplied whole for maximum freshness. Mill immediately before use and add in small quantities to bread doughs to support fermentation, improve crust colour and contribute a subtle malt flavour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Malt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMalting begins by allowing the grain to germinate under carefully controlled conditions. As the grain begins to sprout, it naturally develops enzymes, including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ealpha-amylase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which prepare the young plant to convert stored starch into sugars for growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore the shoot (known as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eculm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) grows too large and begins consuming those valuable starch reserves, the germination process is halted. The grain is then gently kilned to remove moisture while preserving the natural enzymatic activity developed during sprouting. This careful balance is what creates \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ediastatic malt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen used in bread dough, these enzymes continue breaking starch into fermentable sugars as the dough ferments. These sugars provide a steady food source for the yeast and also contribute to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaillard reaction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the natural browning process responsible for the rich crust colour, aroma and complex flavours that develop during baking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis enzymatic activity is measured as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ediastatic power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with this malt typically testing around \u003cstrong\u003e287\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e WK\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Because of its high diastatic power, it is designed to be used in small quantities rather than as a flour replacement. Diastatic malt is typically used at around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.5–2% of the total flour weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. We recommend starting at around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.5%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and increasing gradually over successive bakes until you find the percentage that best suits the characteristics of your flour and the style of bread you're baking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Voyager Craft Malt\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eOur search for Australian malted grains introduced us to Stu and Brad at Voyager Craft Malt in Whitton, New South Wales.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eWhat began as a conversation about supplying malt soon became a discussion about Australian grain varieties, provenance and the relationships behind every harvest. Through Voyager's close partnerships with Australian growers, we've been able to introduce specialty malted grains alongside the whole grains that inspired them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eEvery Voyager malt begins with carefully selected Australian grain before being germinated, kilned and prepared for brewing, distilling and baking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eCrafted from biodynamic Australian wheat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eGently kilned to preserve natural enzymatic activity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eSupplied as whole grain for maximum freshness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eMill immediately before use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eIdeal for bread baking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eProduced by Voyager Craft Malt in Whitton, NSW.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f2eee9; border-left: 4px solid #9B592D; padding: 16px 18px; margin: 22px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #304C45;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eA note about this grain:\u003c\/strong\u003e You may occasionally find a small amount of vetch or other field material amongst the malted wheat. We recommend giving the grain a quick visual check and removing any foreign seeds before milling.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eGetting Started\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eDiastatic malt is designed to be used in small quantities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eAs a starting point, we recommend using around \u003cstrong\u003e0.5% of the total flour weight\u003c\/strong\u003e. Every flour is different, so increase gradually over successive bakes until you achieve the baking performance you're looking for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eFor the finest malt flour, you may wish to sift and remill any larger particles after the first pass through your mill.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eAdditional Product Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eTypical Value\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eDiastatic Power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e287 WK\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTypical values may vary slightly between production batches.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eWhat is diastatic malt?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eDiastatic malt is grain that has been germinated and gently kilned to preserve the natural enzymes produced during malting. These enzymes can support fermentation when the malt is used in small quantities during bread making.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eWhy is it used in such small amounts?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eDiastatic malt has a high level of enzymatic activity, so a little goes a long way. Rather than replacing flour, it's used to complement it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eHow much should I use?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eAs a starting point, use around \u003cstrong\u003e0.5% of the total flour weight\u003c\/strong\u003e. The ideal amount depends on the characteristics of your flour and the recipe you're making, so increase gradually over successive bakes until you find the level that best suits your baking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eWhy is this supplied as whole grain?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eWhole grain helps preserve freshness during storage. Mill immediately before use to produce fresh diastatic malt flour. If you prefer a finer flour, sift and remill the coarser particles after the first pass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eIs this suitable for brewing and distilling?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eYes. While we've selected this product with bakers and home millers in mind, it can also be used for brewing and distilling applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Voyager Craft Malt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43319235150033,"sku":"WHT-MLTD-BFT-1KG","price":10.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/3314\/2737\/files\/product-malted-wheat-grain-red-organic-1kg.jpg?v=1790144360","url":"https:\/\/sovereignfoods.com.au\/products\/wheat-grain-malted-beaufort-biodynamic-1kg","provider":"Sovereign Foods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}