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Where does maltose occur naturally?

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Tall, dense stalks of sugarcane grow on both sides of a narrow path, with green leaves arching overhead and sunlight illuminating the plants. — sugar Lines of sugarcane before harvest.

Maltose occurs naturally in sprouted grains, including barley, corn, and wheat.1

During the process of germination, enzymes within these cereal grains break down stored starch into simpler carbohydrates, primarily maltose. This natural transformation is the foundation for the production of malt, which is subsequently used in various malted foods and beverages, such as beer.21