Key Parameters
Temperature
20°C
15°C - 25°C
Time
5-6 days
2-3 days - 7-10 days
Equipment
Steps
- 1.
Chicha de Jora (Sacred Valley, Peru): Primary fermentation method for ceremonial corn beer
- 2.
Togwa (Tanzania): Adapted version using millet or sorghum
- 3.
Cauim (Brazilian Amazon): Manioc-based variant with higher alcohol content
The Science
Primary Reaction
Amylolytic hydrolysis