{"product_id":"special-b","title":"Special B","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeep Dark Fruit • Raisin \u0026amp; Plum Complexity • Belgian Caramel Character\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial B is Belgium's darkest crystal malt, prized for the intense raisin, plum, and dark fruit character it brings to abbey-style ales. No other single malt delivers the same depth of dried-fruit complexity, which is why it appears in nearly every classic dubbel and quadrupel recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a color rating of 130 °Lovibond and 31 PPG of extract, Special B contributes deep mahogany-brown color and rich residual sweetness even at modest rates, layering toffee and burnt-sugar notes beneath its signature fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFlavor \u0026amp; Aroma Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntense raisin and plum character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark dried fruit — fig and date notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich toffee and caramel depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubtle burnt-sugar undertones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep mahogany color contribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA small addition of Special B lends gentle dark-fruit nuance; push the percentage higher and the raisin and plum character becomes the defining flavor of the beer, so dose it to match the intensity you're after.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewing Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial B is a staple ingredient in many Belgian and dark ale styles, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelgian Dubbel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelgian Quadrupel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelgian Dark Strong Ale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOud Bruin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown Ale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish Barleywine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImperial Stout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is also used in small amounts to add dark-fruit complexity to porters, stouts, and holiday ales.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUsage Recommendations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDue to its intense flavor contribution, Special B is typically used at 2–8% of the total grain bill. Lower percentages add subtle dried-fruit depth and color, while higher percentages create the bold raisin and plum character that defines classic Belgian dark ales.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair it with Belgian candi sugar and an abbey yeast strain for an authentic dubbel, or combine it with chocolate malt to add fruit complexity to dark English styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePPG (Points Per Pound Per Gallon): 31\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: 130 °Lovibond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlavor Notes: Raisin, dark fruit, plum, toffee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsage Rate: 2–8% of grain bill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeer Styles: Dubbels, quads, dark strong ales, brown ales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're crafting a traditional dubbel, building a complex quadrupel, or adding dark-fruit depth to a stout, Special B provides the signature raisin-and-plum richness that defines Belgium's greatest dark ales.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clawhammer Supply","offers":[{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":46064917348550,"sku":null,"price":1.07,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":46064917381318,"sku":null,"price":2.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":45930632151238,"sku":null,"price":4.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb","offer_id":45935196799174,"sku":null,"price":18.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 lb","offer_id":45933723254982,"sku":null,"price":47.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0054\/6682\/files\/special-b.png?v=1781146114","url":"https:\/\/www.clawhammersupply.com\/products\/special-b","provider":"Clawhammer Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}