Science
Primary Reaction
Lactic acid fermentation
Sensory Profile
Wine Analogy
Similar to natural orange wine in fermentation character
Coffee Analogy
Reminiscent of anaerobic fermented coffee beans
Perfume Analogy
Earthy base notes like vetiver with top notes of fermented fruit
Culinary Applications
Khao Poon Cha Khao NiaoLuang PrabangProvides fermented base for rice noodle soup
Nam Van Cha Khao NiaoVientianeForms alcoholic component in traditional dessert drink
Mok Pa Cha Khao NiaoSouthern LaosUsed as wrapping and flavoring agent for steamed fish
Molecular Pairing
Key Compounds Produced
EthanolLactic acidCarbon dioxideMaltoseAnthocyanins (cyanidin-3-glucoside)