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Six-row grows more readily in North America than two-row. In a [[mash]] with a greater proportion of adjuncts, six-row is preferred because of the increased diastatic | Six-row grows more readily in North America than two-row. In a [[mash]] with a greater proportion of adjuncts, six-row is preferred because of the increased [[diastatic]] potential. | ||
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Revision as of 22:50, 4 September 2017
Differs from two-row barley in that it is:
- Arranged in six rows around the stalk
- Smaller in kernel size than two-row barley
- Higher in protein content
- Higher in husk content
Six-row grows more readily in North America than two-row. In a mash with a greater proportion of adjuncts, six-row is preferred because of the increased diastatic potential.