Parameters
Temperature
°C to °C range
Sensory Profile
Wine Analogy
Similar to the smoky phenolic compounds found in barrel-aged Zinfandel
Coffee Analogy
Resembles the ash notes in dark roast Sumatran coffee
Perfume Analogy
Comparable to the birch tar accord in leather fragrances
Culinary Applications
Tohono O'odham PinoleSouthwestern USCreates smooth texture for the roasted cornmeal drink
Mesoamerican PozolMaya civilizationEnhances fermentation of the corn dough beverage
Cherokee HominySoutheastern USSoftens corn kernels while adding mineral flavor