Platinum Swaen© Stroopwafel – per kg

Platinum Swaen© Stroopwafel Specialty Malt

Platinum Swaen© Stroopwafel is a unique, handcrafted malt blend developed by The Swaen’s malt master to capture the “soul” of the traditional syrup waffle. This speciality product creates a multi-layered sensory experience, offering a base of golden-biscuit sweetness followed by deep, buttery caramel and a lingering spice note. Beyond its complex flavour, it imparts a beautiful, saturated deep amber to copper hue. It is designed for brewers who want to create “comforting” beers that evoke warmth and indulgence, making it a standout ingredient for dessert-style ales and robust seasonal specialities.

Key Benefits

1. Imparts a distinctive syrup-waffle aroma with biscuit and cinnamon notes.
2. Delivers a rich, warm copper to deep amber colour.
3. Enhances mouthfeel and palate fullness, providing a luxurious texture.
4. Provides a natural, integrated sweetness that balances higher-alcohol styles.
5. Boosts aromatic complexity without the need for additional flavouring agents.

Applications

1. Brewing: Essential for Belgian Dubbels and Quadrupels, Imperial Stouts, Winter Warmers, and Pastry Ales.
2. Distilling: Adds a unique “bakery” complexity and sweet-spice depth to speciality grain spirits.
3. Cider Making: Excellent in “Graff” to provide a rich, dessert-like backbone and amber glow.

Typical Usage

1. Usage Rate: Typically 5 – 15% for a balanced character; up to 20% for maximum “stroopwafel” intensity.

Technical Data / Properties

1. Moisture: Max 6.0%
2. Extract (dry basis): Min 79.0%
3. Colour: 60 – 80 EBC (23 – 30 Lovibond)
4. pH: 5.5 – 5.8

Storage and Handling

Store in a cool (< 20°C), dry, and pest-free environment. Like all caramelised and speciality blends, Platinum Swaen© Stroopwafel is hygroscopic; ensure bags are kept tightly sealed to preserve the delicate cinnamon and syrupy aromatics. Best used within 18–24 months of the production date to ensure peak flavour performance.

Summary

The definitive “Dutch indulgence” malt for brewers seeking to capture the aroma of freshly made syrup waffles and a sophisticated, multi-layered malty warmth.