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The Process

The Journey:
from Grain to GlasS

Unveiling the Artistry Behind Every Batch at Old South Malt House

  • Discover the meticulous stages of our malting process, honed over years for perfect consistency and quality.
  • Experience the passion and precision infused in every step, from our sustainable farming practices to the final quality assurance, solidifying our commitment to exceptional brewing partnerships.
1. The Cycle Begins

1. The Cycle Begins

At Old South Malt House, our malting journey commences in Alabama's lush fields with the deliberate selection of superior grain varieties, setting the stage for the exceptional flavors we're known for. Our sustainable farming practices reflect a profound respect for the land, ensuring optimal soil health and environmental care from the outset. This dedication lays the groundwork for the premium malt at the heart of your finest brews, bridging tradition and quality with each harvest.
2. Harvest

2. Harvest

Harvest time at Old South Malt House isn't just about reaping grains; it's a calculated art, capturing each kernel at its peak for the richest flavors. We employ time-tested techniques and modern equipment to carefully gather the harvest, ensuring each grain's quality attributes are preserved from the field to the malting floor. This critical phase is more than a step in the process; it's our first commitment to excellence, safeguarding the integrity and potential that define our distinguished malt products.
3. The Art of Malting

3. The Art of Malting

Delving into the art of malting, we at Old South Malt House blend tradition with innovation, initiating with the thorough cleaning and grading of grains to ensure uniform excellence. Our grains undergo a meticulous soaking process, optimizing moisture for germination, where under controlled conditions, natural enzymes unlock each kernel's potential. The kilning phase then carefully halts germination, with precise heat application crafting the malt's final color and flavor profile, a testament to our artisanal skill and commitment to quality.
4. Small Batches, Big Flavor

4. Small Batches, Big Flavor

At Old South Malt House, our devotion to excellence thrives in our small-batch production methodology, where each step is an opportunity to refine quality, enhance flavors, and ensure consistency that large-scale operations often miss. This artisanal approach places quality over quantity, inviting a deep exploration of unique, bold flavors and a dedication to the craft that resonates with each grain of malt produced. It's here, within each carefully monitored batch, that the true essence of our malt house is revealed, echoing our commitment to exceptional standards and the creation of something genuinely extraordinary in the world of brewing.
5. Packing and Delivery

5. Packing and Delivery

As our malt reaches its final stage, rigorous quality assessments become paramount at Old South Malt House, affirming our commitment to deliver only the best to our partners in brewing. Each batch undergoes comprehensive testing, where flavor, color, and texture are scrutinized to ensure they meet the precise standards that our customers have come to expect. It's through this final, critical evaluation that we uphold not just the quality of our present offerings, but also continuously refine our future practices, solidifying Old South Malt House's reputation as a trusted source for premium malt.
6. Completing The Cycle

6. Completing the Cycle

At the heart of Old South Malt House is a promise: to be a collaborative partner in the craft of brewing, offering far more than high-quality malt. We provide brewers with detailed insights into the characteristics of our malt, empowering them to maximize each ingredient's potential in their unique brewing endeavors. By fostering an environment of knowledge-sharing and innovation, we solidify relationships within the craft brewing community, contributing not just ingredients, but also to the legacy of quality, creativity, and excellence in brewing.
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Crafting the Future,
One Batch at a Time

Tradition, Quality, and Innovation in Every Grain

  • Revel in the consistency and distinctiveness that our small-batch production brings, marking us as a beacon of quality and reliability in the brewing community.
  • Understand the significance of our exhaustive quality assessments, ensuring that only the finest malt makes its way from our doors to your breweries.
  • Join us in a partnership that goes beyond transactions, rooted in shared knowledge, collaborative success, and a mutual love for exceptional brewing experiences.
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