DESCRIPTION

Malt is the product of barley (Hordeum vulgare L.) (Fam. Gramineae) germinated under controlled conditions. Malt Syrup and Malt Extract are interchangeable terms for a concentrate of the water extract of germinated barley grain with or without added food-grade preservatives. Malt Syrup is usually a yellow to brown, sweet, and viscous liquid containing varying amounts of amylolytic enzymes and plant constituents.