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Blacklands Malt moved to Bagdad Road in Leander

Brandon Ade, owner of Blacklands Malt in Leander, tests raw rye grain for quality.

Brandon Ade, owner of Blacklands Malt in Leander, tests raw rye grain for quality.

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In August, Blacklands Malt reopened in a new location at 190 N. Bagdad Road, Bldg. B, Ste. 300, Leander. The malthouse sells malted barley and wheat for brewers, distillers and bakers.

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