My three core malts are (All Warminster)
Pale Ale, Maris Otter & Mild Ale Malt.
I have a weakness for Mild Ale Malt Recipes. Like this one...
1949 Adnams XXXX
mild malt 8.75 lb
amber malt 0.50 lb
crystal malt 80L 0.50 lb
no. 3 invert sugar 1.00 lb
caramel 0.08 lb
Fuggles 90 min 1 oz
Goldings 60 min 1 oz
Goldings 30 min 1.oz
(Less hops if using pellets)
OG 1051
FG 1015
ABV 4.70
IBU 37
SRM 20
Mash at 148º F
Sparge at 170º F
Boil time 120 minutes
pitching temp 59º F
Yeast WLP025 Southwold
The mild malt really makes a big difference...
A Note... if you feel the urge to brew this lovely beer... Substitute the Invert sugar with 8oz Golden Syrup & 8oz Black Treacle + replace the Caramel.(its very dark) with 1oz Chocolate Malt & 1oz Roast Barley.
Edited to rectify cockups...