{"product_id":"crystal-10","title":"Crystal 10","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelicate Honey Sweetness • Light Golden Hue • The Subtlest Crystal Malt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrystal 10 is the lightest of the crystal (caramel) malts, prized for adding a delicate honey-like sweetness and a soft golden glow without weighing a beer down. Stewed rather than dry-kilned, its starches are converted to caramelized sugars inside the kernel, lending gentle sweetness and body that survive fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith an extract potential of 35 PPG and a color of 10 °Lovibond, Crystal 10 is the crystal malt of choice when you want just a kiss of caramel character and a touch of gold — enough to enrich a pale beer without ever turning it amber or candy-sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFlavor \u0026amp; Aroma Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight, clean caramel flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHoney-like sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft golden color contribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle enhancement of body and mouthfeel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved head retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt low percentages Crystal 10 simply rounds out a pale grain bill with subtle sweetness; toward the higher end it adds a noticeable honeyed depth and golden hue while still keeping the beer light and crisp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewing Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrystal 10 is a staple ingredient in many light, delicate beer styles, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlonde Ale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCream Ale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmerican Wheat Beer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKölsch-style Ale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSession IPA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight American Lager variants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is also a useful tool for adding a hint of body and color to otherwise ultra-pale recipes without changing their character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUsage Recommendations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrystal 10 is typically used at 5–15% of the grain bill. Lower percentages add subtle sweetness and improved body, while higher percentages bring a fuller honeyed character and a deeper gold color — still well short of amber territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair it with Pilsner or 2-Row base malt in delicate styles where heavier crystal malts would overwhelm; it complements light citrus and floral hops beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePPG (Points Per Pound Per Gallon): 35\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: 10 °Lovibond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlavor Notes: Light caramel, honey, sweetness, gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsage Rate: 5–15% of grain bill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeer Styles: Blonde ales, cream ales, Kölsch-style ales, wheat beers, session IPAs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're crafting a sunny blonde ale, a smooth cream ale, or a delicate session beer, Crystal 10 provides the honeyed sweetness and golden glow that elevate light styles without overpowering them.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clawhammer Supply","offers":[{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":46064915022022,"sku":null,"price":0.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":46064915087558,"sku":null,"price":1.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":45930631463110,"sku":null,"price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 lb","offer_id":45935196307654,"sku":null,"price":14.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 lb","offer_id":45933721288902,"sku":null,"price":29.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0054\/6682\/files\/crystal-10.png?v=1781146086","url":"https:\/\/www.clawhammersupply.com\/products\/crystal-10","provider":"Clawhammer Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}