Single Malt Style Whiskey Wash Kit
Premium All Grain Single Malt Style Whiskey Wash Kit
Create a rich, authentic single malt style whiskey at home with our premium All Grain Single Malt Style Whiskey Wash Kit. Developed by Border Brewing Supplies, this carefully crafted malt-forward recipe combines premium ale malt, Munich malt, melanoidin malt, biscuit malt and flaked oats to produce a full-bodied whiskey with exceptional malt complexity, rich toasted grain character and a smooth, warming finish. Designed for home distillers seeking authentic flavour, reliable fermentation and outstanding results, this recipe develops beautifully during oak maturation and rewards patience with outstanding depth and character.
Why You'll Love This Kit
✔ Authentic all grain single malt style whiskey recipe
✔ Rich malt-forward grain bill with exceptional complexity
✔ Produces a full-bodied whiskey with deep toasted grain character
✔ Includes premium Angel AM-1 whiskey yeast and specialist enzyme
✔ Developed for reliable fermentation and excellent attenuation
✔ Ideal for ageing on American oak
✔ Makes approximately 20 litres of premium whiskey wash
✔ Designed and tested by Border Brewing Supplies
Flavour Profile
Inspired by traditional malt whisky production, this recipe delivers a rich and complex spirit with layers of toasted malt, biscuit and gentle caramel character. Premium ale malt provides the foundation, while Munich and melanoidin malts create rich bread crust flavours and depth. Biscuit malt contributes nutty complexity, chocolate malt enhances colour and subtle cocoa notes, and flaked oats create a smooth, creamy mouthfeel.
Expect flavours and aromas of:
- Rich malt
- Toasted bread crust
- Biscuit
- Gentle caramel
- Light cocoa
- Warm oak spice
- Smooth, lingering finish
Perfect for ageing on second-fill American oak to develop notes of vanilla, toasted oak and soft caramel while allowing the rich malt character to shine.
What's Included
Everything you need to produce a premium all grain single malt style whiskey wash is included in this kit. Every ingredient has been carefully selected to deliver authentic flavour, dependable fermentation and outstanding spirit quality.
Your Single Malt Style Whiskey Wash Kit includes:
- Premium ale malt
- Munich II malt
- Melanoidin malt
- Flaked oats
- Biscuit malt
- Chocolate malt
- Acidulated malt
- Angel AM-1 Whiskey Yeast
- Glucoamylase enzyme
All ingredients are supplied in the correct proportions for the recipe, making it easy to produce a rich, authentic single malt style whiskey wash with consistent, repeatable results.
Recipe Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Recipe Type | All Grain Single Malt Style Whiskey Wash Kit |
| Batch Size | 20 Litres |
| Original Gravity (OG) | Approximately 1.073 |
| Final Gravity (FG) | Approximately 1.012 |
| Estimated Wash Strength | Approximately 8.0% ABV |
| Mash Temperature | 65°C |
| Mash Time | 90 Minutes |
| Fermentation Temperature | 25°C |
| Typical Fermentation Time | Approximately 10 Days |
| Recommended Distillation | Pot Still |
| Recipe Difficulty | Intermediate |
Recipe specifications are provided as a guide. Actual results may vary depending on equipment, efficiency, fermentation conditions and distillation process.
Complete Brewfather Recipe
Every Border Brewing Recipe Kit is developed using Brewfather, giving you access to the complete recipe, brewing process and brewing calculations before you start your next batch.
The complete recipe includes:
- Complete grain bill
- Mash schedule
- Water volumes
- Original and final gravity
- Fermentation profile
- Yeast recommendations
- Enzyme additions
- Brewing notes
View the complete Brewfather recipe here: Whiskey Wash Recipe
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an all grain single malt style whiskey recipe?
Yes. This Single Malt Style Whiskey Wash Kit is a genuine all grain recipe using premium malts and flaked oats to produce a rich, authentic malt-forward whiskey wash.
What equipment do I need?
This recipe is suitable for standard all grain brewing equipment and is designed for pot still distillation to preserve its rich malt character.
Can I age this whiskey on oak?
Absolutely. Second-fill American oak is recommended to develop notes of vanilla, toasted oak and soft caramel while allowing the complex malt profile to remain the focus.
Is this suitable for beginners?
While this is an all grain recipe, it has been developed with premium ingredients and a straightforward process to help both beginners and experienced home distillers achieve excellent results.
How long does fermentation take?
Fermentation is typically complete in around 10 days at the recommended temperature of 25°C, although this may vary depending on your fermentation conditions.
Why is Angel AM-1 yeast recommended?
Angel AM-1 is specifically selected for malt-based whiskies. It produces excellent attenuation and a congener profile that supports barrel ageing, making it well suited to rich, malt-forward whiskey styles.
