HIGHEST QUALITY MALT SINCE 1858
The Finest Irish Malt Supplier
MCI produce our malt in our modern state-of-the-art facility located in Cork. Under the watchful eyes of our committed staff, the barley is steeped in water from our own wells before being germinated under carefully controlled conditions. Our malting process preserves the natural goodness of the barley and accounts for the provenance of every grain.
Our team conducts rigorous quality checks at every stage of the process, from barley supply through to malt delivery. Our dedicated quality assurance team complete thorough analyses at our on-site laboratory to ensure that we achieve a level of quality and consistency on which our customers have come to rely.
Our Malts
The Malting Company of Ireland produces high-quality malted barley tailored for the brewing and distilling industries, with a focus on Irish Stout, Lager, Ale, and Distillers malts, ensuring premium performance and traceability from farm to customer
SUSTAINABILITY & COMMUNITY SUPPORT
Sustainability
The Malting Company of Ireland is dedicated to sustainability, integrating environmentally responsible practices into every stage of production. By partnering with local farmers, the company ensures a fully traceable supply chain, minimises its carbon footprint and promotes sustainable agriculture. State-of-the-art malting technologies and resource-efficient processes further reinforce MCI’s commitment to preserving Ireland’s natural resources for future generations.
PRESERVING IRELAND’S NATURAL RESOURCES
Our Barley
The Malting Company of Ireland partners with dedicated barley growers across Ireland to ensure the highest quality ingredients for its malt production. Working under long-term contracts, these growers benefit from a fully traceable supply chain and access to expert support for sustainable farming practices. This collaboration emphasises locally sourced barley, supporting Irish agriculture while maintaining the exceptional standards required for the distilling and brewing industries.
Locally Sourced Barley
Traceable Supply Chain
Farm-to-product visibility
EXCELLENCE IN MALTING PROCESSES
Process & Expertise
Our malting process is based on the controlled germination of our premium barley to produce the finest quality Irish malt. All this takes place under the watchful eyes of our dedicated experienced staff members.
In the malting process, barley undergoes three key stages to produce high-quality malt. During steeping, barley’s moisture content is raised from 13% to 45% to encourage even germination. Germination follows, where the barley is aerated, turned, and maintained at a controlled temperature to activate natural enzymes that unlock nutrients within the grain. Finally, kilning dries the malt with warm, dry air, preserving it while developing its distinctive colour, flavour, and aroma, all without contamination from combustion gases.