{"title":"Crystal Malts","description":"\u003cp\u003eCrystal malts provide multiple functions in beer, from targeted notes of sweetness to supporting malt character and adding color. Darker crystals are more \u003cem\u003eefficient\u003c\/em\u003e at adding color, flavor, and body due to their increased unfermentable sugars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLighter crystals (20–60) → subtle toffee, caramel, malt roundness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDarker crystals (80–150) → richer raisin, dark fruit, dark and burnt sugar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderstanding how crystal malts work informs usage! \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doubledank.beer\/blogs\/brewing-education\/understanding-crystal-malts\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn more here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"crystal-20","title":"Crystal 20","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eProximity Crystal 20 is one of the lightest options at the crystal malt candy shop, adding very gentle caramel sweetness and soft roundness with little color contribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor\/Aroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubtle toffee and light caramel notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft, honey-like grain sweetness\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeer Interplay\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eBrightens and affirms malt character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eAdds some body, but lighter roast means a higher percentage of fermentable sugars are carried to the wort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eImparts little color - slightly deeper golden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Usage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eC20 is the true \"just a touch\" of sweetness malt. Likely most applicable to particularly light beers, since more pronounced flavors will quickly overpower \"subtle toffee and light caramel.\" Great to use to add a touch of body roundness and brightness to light, easy to drink styles while imparting little sweetness or color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMalt details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOption to mill day-of shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0089\/1733\/files\/Proximity-Malt-Product-Guide-03.11.25.pdf?v=1779904602\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProximity Crystal 20 spec sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eProximity operates malthouses close to barley-growing regions in Monte Vista, CO and Laurel, DE. Grains are sourced from at least 10 states clustered in the mid-Atlantic and mountain west. Double Dank's Proximity selection is typically from their \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proximitymalt.com\/climate-smart-commodity\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReGenMalt\u003c\/a\u003e line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Proximity Malt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42551864655957,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0089\/1733\/files\/proximity-crystal-20l-grain.jpg?v=1780333275"},{"product_id":"crystal-40","title":"Crystal 40","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eProximity Crystal 40 is a medium-light crystal malt, adding more pronounced light caramel and toffee sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor\/Aroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight caramel or toffee\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeer Interplay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrings a soft sweetness that supports malt balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds body, but still a lighter roast with a mix of fermentable and unfermentable sugars\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImparts a noticeable but not aggressive amber color - \"throws an amber hue\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Usage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCrystal 40 is versatile malt for lighter sweetness, but roasted enough to not be easily overpowered by competing ingredients. Will announce its presence in lighter beers. Can be a signature player in ambers, pales, and reds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMalt details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOption to mill day-of shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0089\/1733\/files\/Crystal-40-Sales-Sheet-2019.pdf?v=1780281956\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProximity Crystal 40 spec sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eProximity operates malthouses close to barley-growing regions in Monte Vista, CO and Laurel, DE. Grains are sourced from at least 10 states clustered in the mid-Atlantic and mountain west. Double Dank's Proximity selection is typically from their \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proximitymalt.com\/climate-smart-commodity\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReGenMalt\u003c\/a\u003e line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Proximity Malt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42554463682645,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0089\/1733\/files\/proximity-crystal-40l-grain.jpg?v=1780333347"},{"product_id":"crystal-60","title":"Crystal 60","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eProximity Crystal 60 is a very common, medium-roasted crystal malt, adding pronounced caramel sweetness. This is the safe middle between light and dark crystals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor\/Aroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePronounced, rounded caramel. Toffee has arrived.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe mean the caramel. Yes, \"caramel\" is a frequent flavor and aroma descriptor, but C60 is caramel's home base. \"Firm sweetness.\" \"Toffee.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC40 is not quite as sweet or in-depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC80 starts bringing some burnt sugar traits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeer Interplay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrings firm sweetness and strong malt support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds body, but also considerable fermentables - about 70:30 fermentable:unfermentable\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImparts deep golden, amber color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Usage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCrystal 60 delivers firm caramel and serious supporting malt balance. Sierra Nevada is a case demonstration at 10% grist, split only with pale malt. That beer has that classic pale ale, deeper malt support and a light amber, 6-8 SRM color. Compared to Sierra Nevada (significant cascade hop usage), more caramel flavors emerge in less competitive-ingredient recipes, as in most lighter beers. Adds complexity to darker beers, particularly when those darker flavors can intermingle well with a medium crystal (in consideration of dark\/roasted malts and aggressive hops). Can be significantly dosed 10%+ into a barleywine or strong beer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMalt details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOption to mill day-of shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0089\/1733\/files\/Proximity-Malt-Product-Guide-03.11.25.pdf?v=1779904602\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eProximity Crystal 60 spec sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eProximity operates malthouses close to barley-growing regions in Monte Vista, CO and Laurel, DE. Grains are sourced from at least 10 states clustered in the mid-Atlantic and mountain west. Double Dank's Proximity selection is typically from their \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/proximitymalt.com\/climate-smart-commodity\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReGenMalt\u003c\/a\u003e line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Double Dank Brewing Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42554988953685,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0089\/1733\/files\/proximity-crystal-60l-grain.jpg?v=1780333413"},{"product_id":"crystal-80","title":"Crystal 80","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eProximity Crystal 80 is a common, medium-dark roasted crystal malt. It adds deep caramel sweetness and a preview of the complex world. On the ladder of crystals, we're just above halfway up!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor\/Aroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePronounced caramel to dark caramel. It ain't shy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlight burnt sugar. Starting to get complex, but still has its wits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst sign of dark fruit - raisin. It's been to Burning Man once. Not defined by it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeer Interplay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds very firm malt sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoticeable contribution to smoothness, or increased mouthfeel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImparts amber going to brown color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Usage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\"Let's make sure we have strong malt backbone! Cross the I's and dot the T's!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFrequently used in American west coast IPA, it stands up to those hops and asserts itself! Provides initial deep, rich, becoming complex malt sweetness - but only the first levels of complexity - it's not THAT complicated. Used in \"robust,\" classic American west coast IPA, such as Lagunitas or Dogfish Head staples that have distinguished, deep malt character. Frequently used in strong beers, especially darker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMalt details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOption to mill day-of shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0089\/1733\/files\/Crystal-40-Sales-Sheet-2019.pdf?v=1780281956\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProximity Crystal 80 spec sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eProximity operates malthouses close to barley-growing regions in Monte Vista, CO and Laurel, DE. Grains are sourced from at least 10 states clustered in the mid-Atlantic and mountain west. Double Dank's Proximity selection is typically from their \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/proximitymalt.com\/climate-smart-commodity\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReGenMalt\u003c\/a\u003e line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Proximity Malt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42555464417365,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0089\/1733\/files\/proximity-crystal-80l-grain.jpg?v=1780333466"},{"product_id":"crystal-120","title":"Crystal 120","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eProximity Crystal 120 is a dark roasted crystal malt with rich flavor. It delivers bold raisin, dark caramel, burnt sugar character with significant color contribution. Can help deliver \"complexity.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor\/Aroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePronounced dark or burnt caramel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark, dried fruits: raisin, prune\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark and burnt sugar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeer Interplay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds considerable rich malt sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoticeable contribution to smoothness, or increased mouthfeel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImparts deep amber-to-brown color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Usage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\"I need something robust and complicated in my life!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eCrystal 120 makes those dark fruits and burnt sugars emerge and become key players in a beer. Typically used in stronger, darker beers. Contributes substantial malt balance. As a darker roasted malt with robust flavor and increased unfermentable sugars, it is more efficient at adding body and flavor than its less-roasted counterparts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMalt details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOption to mill day-of shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0089\/1733\/files\/Crystal-40-Sales-Sheet-2019.pdf?v=1780281956\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProximity Crystal 120 spec sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eProximity operates malthouses close to barley-growing regions in Monte Vista, CO and Laurel, DE. Grains are sourced from at least 10 states clustered in the mid-Atlantic and mountain west. Double Dank's Proximity selection is typically from their \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/proximitymalt.com\/climate-smart-commodity\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReGenMalt\u003c\/a\u003e line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Proximity Malt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42557119430741,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0089\/1733\/files\/proximity-crystal-120l-grain.jpg?v=1780333648"},{"product_id":"special-b","title":"Special B","description":"\u003cp\u003eCh\u003cspan\u003eâteau Special Belgium (Special B) is all but required for classic Belgian monastic ales. It is a beautiful malt famous for imparting rich raisin, plum, and dark caramel with significant color contribution. It's roasted twice, just to make sure it's good and \"will make your beer so special\" according to Castle Malting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor\/Aroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark and dried fruit: raisin, plum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep caramel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaramelized, burnt sugar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeer Interplay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds pronounced dark fruit complexity and malt depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContributes rich color and round mouthfeel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep, complex sweetness without roast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Usage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\"I want my beer to be so special!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSpecial B is the malt that brings the pronounced dark fruit flavors to beer. Plays well contributing to complex flavors. A signature flavor contributor in world-famous Belgian monastic beers. Can also be used to add complexity and rich character particularly to strong, dark beers, such as porters, stouts, and barleywines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMalt details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMilled fresh the day we ship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.castlemalting.com\/CastleMAltingMaltInfo.asp?Name=CHATEAU-SPECIAL-BELGIUM\u0026amp;Language=English\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCh\u003cspan\u003eâteau Special Belgium\u003c\/span\u003e spec sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCastle Malting is a Belgian family-owned maltster with a long history of producing high-quality specialty malts. They source barley primarily from Belgian, French, and German farms, then malt it in their facilities in Belgium using traditional methods. They’re particularly well known for their unique crystal and roasted malts (including the famous Special B), which are prized for their distinct dark fruit and complex character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Castle Malting","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42557220552789,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0089\/1733\/files\/castle-special-b-110l-grain.jpg?v=1780333574"}],"url":"https:\/\/doubledank.beer\/collections\/crystal-malts.oembed","provider":"Double Dank Brewing Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}