Definition

Describing grain that has not undergone the malting process, meaning it has not been germinated or converted into malt.

Example

The recipe calls for unmalted barley to create a different flavor profile in the beer.

Conversation

Have you ever tried using unmalted grains in your recipes?

No, I haven't! What do they taste like?

They have a different texture, but they add a unique flavor.

That sounds interesting! I should give unmalted grains a shot sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unmalted → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "malted" (from Old English "malt", meaning to convert grain into malt). The word "unmalted" means not converted into malt, referring to grains that have not undergone the malting process.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having gone through the process of converting grain into malt — that's why unmalted refers to grains that haven't been malted.

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