malty

[ mawl-tee ]

adjective

, malt·i·er, malt·i·est.

1. of, like, or containing malt.

ˈmalty

/ ˈmɔːltɪ /

adjective

1. of, like, or containing malt

Derived Forms

• ˈmaltiness, noun

Other Words From

• malti·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of malty¹

First recorded in 1810–20; malt + -y ¹

Example Sentences

I’ve heard carob described as tasting like “nutty cardboard,” but if you’re evaluating it on its own merits without comparing it to chocolate, it can have a pleasant, malty and nutty flavor.

From Seattle Times

East Coast transplants swear the bagels at Rachel’s boast New York City cred, with their crackling, thin crust and big, malty chew.

From Seattle Times

Look for a stout, Schwarzbier, a cream ale and other malty brews, along with some nonalcoholic or NA drink options.

From Seattle Times

The balsamic vinegar may also seem like an odd ingredient, but it’s a great stand-in for malty, subtly sweet Chinese black vinegar that’s made from rice.

From Washington Times

In a profile of the company in 2017, the food website Eater reported that it was known for offering a "bubbly, malty, kind of bittersweet alternative to the watery pilsners" that had long dominated the market.

From BBC