how to use my grains

[millhouse46]

This a two part question about a partial or mini mash extract beer.

Part 1: I am using 12 oz. of crushed pale 2 row malt. Since it is a base malt does it need to be fully mashed for 45 min at a specific temp. or can i just steep it like a caramel malt for 20 min. at a specific temp. like other partial mash recipes?

Part 2: I am using Briess smoke malt 1 Lb. it is not crushed yet and I dont have a grain grinder. Can I just crack them with a rolling pin like explained in books or is there an alternative to crushing without a grinder?

Thanks

 

[JonK331]

1. Base malt has to be mashed. Steeping will not work. Hold it at 150F for one hour with 1.25 qts/lb. You can mash the smoked malt with the base malt.
2. A rolling pin will work but it's kind of a pain. I would probably wrap it up really well in plastic bags and drive my car over it a couple times. Seriously.