Fermented Barley Grains
Natural Fermentation. Intense malty flavour.
Fermented Barley grains manufactured by Oriental Specialty, are a unique product. Using our proprietary fermentation process, we have managed to create a very complex, savoury product with a malty taste and aroma. This is a live product with nutritional benefits and has no added preservatives. Their reddish-brown colour is achieved from natural fermentation as is the flavourful dark brown liquid they are submerged in. Made in the UK, this product is available in bulk quantities for industrial use. We deliver consistent quality and reliable supply, so you can count on the same great product every time.
Attributes
This specially-produced product is ideal for multiple uses and can bring a very unique flavour to your savoury food recipes.
We work with commercial customers to customise products to meet individual manufacturing requirements.
Technical Specifications
PACKAGING & PALLETISATION
Food-Safe Packaging (HDPE)
We select packaging that is safe for storing all the foods we manufacture. All packaging is designed for stable pallet stacking and maintaining sterile conditions throughout transportation.
PACKAGING AVAILABLE IN VARIOUS SIZES NET WT 10KG and 20KG
STORAGE PARAMETERS
Ambient to Chilled
Fermented barley is live and is ambient-stable during transit. As the product continues to ferment and mature over time, we advise storing it chilled, particularly when it’s opened, in order to extend its life.
AMBIENT STORAGE
KEEP CHILLED, ONCE OPENED
QUALITY ASSURANCE
BRCGS Certificated Premises
Manufactured under strict hygienic conditions to comply with UK/ EU food safety standards.
We are a non-GMO site and do not use any animal products or irradiated ingredients.
Fermented Barley: A Buyer’s Guide
At Oriental Specialty we produce our Fermented Barley using specially selected microorganisms to develop a distinctive fermented flavour profile. The product combines fermented barley grains with a dark, flavour-rich brine, providing versatility across a range of food manufacturing and foodservice applications.
The fermented grains contribute a malty, savoury character and texture, while the accompanying liquor provides concentrated fermented flavour, colour and acidity. Formulations can incorporate both components to meet the requirements of the finished product.
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
Fermented barley grains are suitable for stews, braised dishes, sauces, baked goods, marinades, and prepared foods. As they soften during processing, they add malty, savoury flavour, texture, and body.
The dark fermented liquor can be added to marinades, sauces, gravies, and glazes, providing deep colour, fermented flavour, and a distinctive malty-sour note. It also serves as a liquid ingredient in formulations that require extra seasoning, acidity, and flavour complexity.
Using both grains and liquor enables manufacturers to create products with enhanced flavour and texture while utilizing the entire ingredient.