malt

Meanings

• noun

  A grain, especially barley or corn, that has been soaked in water and germinated to produce enzymes for mashing in the production of beer or whisky.

  - "The brewery used a large supply of malt to produce their popular stout."
  - "The malted barley was carefully roasted to create the distinct flavor of this porter."

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Pronunciation

1. /mɑlt/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=50422644"

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Synonyms

malted

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with malt
alt , fault , pault

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Variants

List of all variants of malt that leads to same result
malt , maltier , maltiest , malts , malty , malted , malting , malt liquor , malt liquors , malt sugar , malt sugars , malt whiskey , malt whiskeys , single malt

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old English malt, from malan ‘to malt’.

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Trivia

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1. Malted milkshakes were first introduced in the late 19th century.

2. Malt extract is often used in home brewing to simplify the brewing process.

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Related Concepts

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1. Mashing: The process of mixing the malt with hot water to activate the enzymes and convert the starches into fermentable sugars.

2. Germination: The process of soaking and allowing the grain to begin growing, releasing enzymes that will be used in the brewing process.

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Culture

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Malt has been an essential ingredient in the production of alcoholic beverages, particularly beer and whisky, for thousands of years. Its cultural significance can be seen in the rich history of brewing and distilling industries, as well as in various literary and artistic works.

How to Memorize "malt"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a pile of damp grains being carefully spread out to germinate and release enzymes. Visualize the process of mashing, where the grains are mixed with hot water to convert the starches into sugars.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'malt' with the production of beer and whisky, and imagine the rich, malty flavors of these beverages.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Malted Grains Make Malted Beverages' to remember the role of malt in the brewing process.

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