Big Sky, Pure Flavor

Together with growers, scientists, maltsters, brewers, distillers and food makers, we tap into the incredible versatility of barley – to create extraordinary works of edible and drinkable craftsmanship.

Headquartered in Butte, MT, we have the great fortune to work near the world’s best barley-growing region. Alongside top independent growers, surrounded by snow-fed rivers, under giant blue skies, and nearer to pure human ingenuity, we craft classic and artisanal malts unlike anywhere else.

We are constantly exploring ways to enjoy an ancient grain, and blazing the trail to a more flavorful future.

A Barley Obsession

Here in the heart of Big Sky country, we’re ideally situated to help producers tackle the challenge of reliably sourcing novel, first-rate ingredients.

We confess, we get pretty excited about malt and its boundless possibilities. Working with the top independent barley growers in Montana, we have unique access to the world’s best raw material, and that feeds our curiosity to craft bold new malts with exceptional flavor profiles.

We’re designing a broad selection of homegrown malts for lagers, ales, and pilsners, as well as specialty blends like Vienna and Munich malts, low-color crystal malt, and wheat- and oat- based malts.

By now you’ve probably figured out: We’re really into malt.

EXPLORE OUR PRODUCTS

From each kernel of barley to the finished product, craftsmen know flavoursome beer, spirits, and foods find their essence in superior ingredients.

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Grower Profile

Bos Hay & Grain

We’re proud to work with experienced independent growers across this land – from the Gallatin Valley to the Golden Triangle to the Beaverton Valley. These growers care deeply about the quality of their grains and respect the importance of traceability from seed to bottle. We are couldn’t be more pleased to partner with them.

Partner with Us

Kelley American Single Malt Whiskey

Headframe Spirits

"Years ago, I wrote in a letter to the editor that Butte is a Big Damn Deal. It’s amazing that our little town in the Rockies has both a cutting edge malt-house in Montana Craft Malt and a leader in American Single...

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Kelley American Single Malt Whiskey

Headframe Spirits

"Years ago, I wrote in a letter to the editor that Butte is a Big Damn Deal. It’s amazing that our little town in the Rockies has both a cutting edge malt-house in Montana Craft Malt and a leader in American Single Malt Whiskey at the Headframe Kelley Distillery.

Our partnership with Montana Craft Malt is a no-brainer. They make amazing malt, they contribute to the economy and growth of our place in the world, and we get to make great American Single Malt Whiskey with their output. I meant it when I wrote that letter all those years ago and I mean it today. MCM is big part of the equation that makes Butte a Big Damn Deal and I’m so happy to to get to work with them”.

-John McKee
Owner
Headframe Spirits, Inc.

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Down Yonder Helles

Jack's Abby Craft Lagers

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Down Yonder Helles

Jack's Abby Craft Lagers

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Dan Bailey’s Irish Red

Neptune's Brewery

"We use Montana Craft Malt 2-Row for the base of all of our beers. We find it gives us a really good mash efficiency, while still running off well. It is always great being able to brew with Montanan ingredients and work...

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Dan Bailey’s Irish Red

Neptune's Brewery

"We use Montana Craft Malt 2-Row for the base of all of our beers. We find it gives us a really good mash efficiency, while still running off well.

It is always great being able to brew with Montanan ingredients and work with Montana companies/employees. We have been very happy with the relationship we've developed with the folks at Montana Craft Malt."

- Neptune's Brewery team

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M8 Mountain Lager

MAP Brewing Co.

"The care and craftsmanship that Montana Craft Malt puts into their product directly translates into the exceptional quality of the beers we pour at MAP. We take great pride in using Montana-grown ingredients in every batch, as this connection to our local...

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M8 Mountain Lager

MAP Brewing Co.

"The care and craftsmanship that Montana Craft Malt puts into their product directly translates into the exceptional quality of the beers we pour at MAP.

We take great pride in using Montana-grown ingredients in every batch, as this connection to our local resources is what sets our beer apart. Supporting businesses that share our values is incredibly important to us, and Montana Craft Malt does just that, delivering a top-tier product that’s both locally sourced and made with integrity."

- MAP Brewing team

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Brewing Down Yonder

FEATURED COLLABORATION: ‘Down Yonder’ Montana Craft Malt and Jack’s Abby Craft Lagers Collaborate on German Helles Beer In a celebration of craft brewing, Montana Craft Malt (MCM) has partnered with Jack’s Abby Craft Lagers to create a unique German Helles beer using Montana-grown Bavarian-style Pilsner malt. This collaboration showcases the exceptional quality of Montana Craft... View Article

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