Science
Primary Reaction
Lactic acid fermentation
Parameters
Temperature
°C to °C range
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
fishycheesyvinegaryrancid buttersweaty
Wine Analogy
Similar funk profile to natural orange wines with Brettanomyces influence
Coffee Analogy
Like over-fermented Indonesian coffee with fishy defect notes
Perfume Analogy
Ambergris-like oceanic funk with animalic undertones
Culinary Applications
Oka I'aSamoaBase flavoring agent for raw fish salad with coconut cream
KokodaFijiFermented fish used as umami booster in citrus-cured seafood dishes
KelaguenGuamFlavor foundation for Chamorro-style ceviche with fermented fish paste
Molecular Pairing
Key Compounds Produced
Lactic acidHistamineTyraminePutrescineCadaverine