Bakken 108 – Caramel Malt

Bakken 108 is Two Track Malting’s darkest specialty malt, with a deep 108° SRM color, completing the Bakken caramel/crystal malt lineup. This malt delivers an initial sweet malt flavor that transitions into rich roasted notes and coffee-like character. Subtle hints of hazelnut add complexity, while the finish carries the bitterness and depth of dark chocolate.

Bakken 108 is ideal for use in Stouts, Porters, Dark Ales, and other bold beer recipes where intense color, layered flavors, and roasted complexity are desired.

Sensory Highlights:

Aroma: Sweet malt, roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and hazelnut

Flavor: Starts sweet, transitions to roasted malt and coffee, finishing with dark chocolate notes

Brewing Purpose: Adds intense color, rich roasted character, and layered flavor complexity to dark beer styles.

Comparison: Caramel 120, Crystal 120

Fun Fact: When we originally did a steep test we were shocked on how dark it came out. This reminded us of Bakken oil which is where this malt got its name.

Bakken 108 – Caramel | From The Field

Two Track Malting works with two family farmer’s in North Dakota. Arrow K Farms is located in Belfield ND and grows Brewski, Brewski II, and Astro varieties. Stober Farms in Goodrich, ND grows Brewski and Buzz varieties. Every kernel of grain that Two Track Malting malts is traced back to the field and the farmer who grew it.

When you work with Two Track Malting, you’re sourcing directly from our multi-generational family farms. We practice soil-building, regenerative agriculture—pulling carbon from the atmosphere and returning it to the soil. Our grains are grown without irrigation and benefit from extensive crop rotation. These practices result in a more sustainable, carbon-neutral product that uses less fertilizer and herbicide—better for the environment, and better for your craft.