What It Is
Malt is barley that has been germinated and dried. It is the main raw material for beer and whisky, and is also used in malted milk drinks, malt extract, bakery and confectionery.
How It Is Made
Malt houses steep barley in water, let it sprout for several days so that enzymes develop, then dry it in a kiln. Different kilning gives pale, crystal or roasted malts.
Uses and Buyers
Breweries, distilleries, malted-drink makers and bakeries.
Quality and Standards
Malt barley must be plump, uniform and low in protein with high germination. Malt is checked for extract, colour and enzyme activity.
Trade and Exports
Most Indian malt barley is grown under contract in Rajasthan, Haryana and Punjab. India also imports malt and malt barley when domestic quality is short.
Where the Raw Material Comes From
Processors buy barley from the main growing states below. Plants are usually built close to these belts, or close to ports for imported raw material, to keep freight low and quality fresh. Tap a state for its districts, markets, season and buyers.
| State | Main districts |
|---|---|
| Rajasthan | Jaipur, Sikar, Jhunjhunu, Bhilwara, Ajmer, Sri Ganganagar, Hanumangarh |
| Uttar Pradesh | Agra, Mathura, Kanpur, Ghazipur, Ballia |
| Madhya Pradesh | Morena, Bhind, Gwalior, Sagar |
| Haryana | Hisar, Bhiwani, Rewari, Mahendragarh, Sirsa |
| Punjab | Bathinda, Mansa, Sangrur, Ferozepur |
Makers, Processors and Bodies
- United Breweries LtdBreweriesAboutExplore
- Anheuser-Busch InBev India LtdBreweriesAboutExplore
- Hindustan Unilever LtdHorlicks and BoostAboutExplore
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