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Temperature
60°C optimal
20°C to 80°C range
Temperatures may vary depending on the specific type of mole being made
Time
1-2 hours
30 minutes – several hours
Equipment
Aroma ()
Compounds: vanillin, anethole, eugenol
Taste
Texture
Wine Analogy
Like a full-bodied Amarone wine with layered dried fruit and spice notes
Coffee Analogy
Resembles a dark roast Mexican coffee with chocolate undertones
Perfume Analogy
Similar to an oriental spice perfume with cinnamon, clove, and vanilla base notes
Key Compounds Produced
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