{"product_id":"maris-otter-bairds-malt-uk","title":"Maris Otter - Bairds Malt UK","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Maris Otter - Bairds Malt \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the timeless essence of British brewing with Bairds Maris Otter Malt, a cherished heritage barley variety cultivated in English fields for over five decades. Known as the heart and soul of authentic UK ales, Maris Otter combines low nitrogen with high extract potential to deliver a reliable, forgiving mash and superior brewhouse performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics \u0026amp; Flavor Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlavor Notes: Sweet, rich, biscuity, and complex malt character with a signature nutty depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInclusion Rate: Up to 100% of the grist (ideal as the primary base malt for English pale ales, bitters, ESBs, and traditional ales).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWort Colour: 4.0 – 6.0 °EBC (imparts a warm, golden-orange hue).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiastatic Power: Minimum 40 IoB (plenty of enzymatic strength to self-convert and support specialty grains).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeer styles:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional British and Irish ales, serving as the backbone for classic Ordinary Bitters, Best Bitters, Extra Special Bitters (ESBs), and English IPAs. Its rich, biscuity, and nutty flavor profile provides a sturdy malt foundation that perfectly balances earthy British hops, while its high extract potential makes it a favorite for high-gravity styles like Barleywines, Old Ales, and robust Stouts or Porters.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeyond traditional UK styles, this heritage malt is widely utilized by modern craft brewers globally to add depth and a warm golden hue to contemporary beers. It is frequently blended into West Coast and New England IPAs to introduce a subtle sweetness, used as a premium base for Blonde and Golden Ales, and stands as a top choice for Single Malt and Single Hop (SMaSH) recipes where its complex, standalone character can truly shine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beerguevara","offers":[{"title":"Uncrushed","offer_id":58056129773734,"sku":null,"price":47.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Crush my Grain","offer_id":58056129806502,"sku":null,"price":48.5,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0161\/3646\/files\/MarisOtterb.png?v=1793952635","url":"https:\/\/www.beerlab.co.za\/products\/maris-otter-bairds-malt-uk","provider":"BeerLab Home Brew Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}