Alpha Amylase Malt

The American Society of Brewing Chemists' ( ASBC) procedure for determining alpha-amalyse in malt uses dextrinization. In the presence of beta- amylase, alpha-amylase converts soluble starch to the sugar maltose.

Instruments required.

142000 Lovibond® Comparator. Alpha Amylase disc 4/29, 2x DB424 13.5mm Cells.

Applications

  • Beer, Malts and Caramels
Applicable Standard ASBC