{"id":"malzbier_792fe93e3e","slug":"malzbier","title":"Malzbier","description":"A classic, non-alcoholic Western European malt beverage. This dark, sweet drink is rich in malt flavor and traditionally enjoyed for its refreshing qualities and nutritional benefits.","serves":8,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":120,"activeMinutes":20},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500 ml Water","name":"Water","quantity":500,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"cup","form":"filtered","notes":"For the syrup base","group":"Syrup Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"300g Dark Liquid Malt Extract","name":"Malt Extract","quantity":300,"unit":"g","usQuantity":10.6,"usUnit":"oz","form":"liquid","notes":"Dark barley malt extract provides the characteristic deep color and flavor","group":"Syrup Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"50g Beet Sugar","name":"Sugar","quantity":50,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.8,"usUnit":"oz","form":"granulated","notes":"Traditional beet sugar or white sugar","group":"Syrup Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1.5 l Cold Sparkling Water","name":"Sparkling water","quantity":1.5,"unit":"l","usQuantity":1.6,"usUnit":"quart","form":"sparkling","notes":"Highly carbonated water for the final mix","group":"Carbonation","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a medium saucepan, combine the 500 ml (2 cup) of water, the dark liquid malt extract, and the sugar.","group":"Syrup Preparation","title":"Combine the 500 ml of water, the dark liquid malt extract, and the sugar","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Syrup Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Place the pan over medium-high heat and bring to a gentle boil (100°C / 212°F). Stir constantly to ensure the malt extract and sugar are fully dissolved and do not scorch the bottom of the pan.","group":"Syrup Preparation","title":"Place the pan over medium-high heat","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Syrup Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Reduce the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes to slightly concentrate the flavors. Remove from heat and allow the syrup to cool completely to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour until cold.","group":"Syrup Preparation","title":"Reduce the heat and simmer","timerMinutes":70,"sourceTitle":"Syrup Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"To serve, pour approximately 60-75 ml (1/4 cup) of the chilled malt syrup into a glass. Gently top with 180-200 ml (3/4 cup) of cold sparkling water. Stir very lightly to combine while maintaining the carbonation.","group":"Mixing and Serving","title":"To serve, pour approximately 60-75 ml of the chilled malt syrup","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing and Serving"}],"notes":"Malzbier, often called 'Kinderbier' in Germany, is a pasteurized malt drink. At home, it is easiest to create a concentrated malt syrup and combine it with cold sparkling water for that characteristic fizz and thick head.","cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["German"]},"course":[],"cookingMethod":["boil","simmer"],"equipment":["saucepan","stirring spoon","glass bottles or jars"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian"],"allergens":["gluten","wheat"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":2,"unit":"l","note":"Total volume after mixing"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The malt syrup can be prepared several days in advance and kept in the refrigerator."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store the concentrated syrup in a sealed glass bottle in the fridge. Do not mix with sparkling water until ready to serve to keep it carbonated.","reheatingNotes":""}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fmalzbier_792fe93e3e%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=032dc60b-5d31-4859-8e2f-05bbce98aa51","imageAlt":"Malzbier — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["malt","drink","german","non-alcoholic","refreshing","traditional"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Malzbier","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T04:21:11.713Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T04:21:11.713Z","related":[{"id":"apfelschorle_6caee0cc56","slug":"apfelschorle","title":"Apfelschorle","description":"A crisp and refreshing beverage popular in Germany, made by combining chilled apple juice with carbonated mineral water for a light, bubbly treat.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":2,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":2,"activeMinutes":2},"cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["German"]},"course":["drink"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","low_fat","low_sodium"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fapfelschorle_6caee0cc56%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=5b973458-c13f-4f66-aea7-d9f5cfda03ca","imageAlt":"Apfelschorle — recipe cover","tags":["apple","sparkling","refreshing","non-alcoholic","german-beverage","low-calorie"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":2,"stepCount":2},{"id":"beans_on_toast_090f05da86","slug":"beans-on-toast","title":"Beans on Toast","description":"A comforting and iconic British breakfast classic consisting of savory tomato-sauced baked beans served over warm, buttery toasted bread.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":2,"cookMinutes":6,"totalMinutes":8,"activeMinutes":8},"cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["British"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fbeans_on_toast_090f05da86%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=7e734a02-c405-4f58-9782-ca0a7c25a806","imageAlt":"Beans on Toast — recipe cover","tags":["comfort food","easy","quick","british","beans"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":4,"stepCount":5},{"id":"bechamel_3e357abcda","slug":"bechamel-sauce","title":"Béchamel Sauce","description":"A classic French mother sauce, smooth, creamy, and versatile, made from a white roux and milk.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["French"]},"course":["sauce"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fbechamel_3e357abcda%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=755f4175-e3c7-4bb8-883c-9df0653e564b","imageAlt":"Béchamel Sauce — recipe cover","tags":["white sauce","classic","mother sauce","creamy","french"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":5,"stepCount":5}]}