Malt
Malt, substance obtained by allowing grain, particularly barley , to soften in water and germinate. The enzyme diastase, developed during the germination process, catalyzes the hydrolysis of starch to the sugar maltose . Malt, processed by drying in a kiln and roasting, is used in brewing and distilling alcoholic beverages. It has a high protein and carbohydrate content and is used to add nutritive value to drinks.