Parameters
Temperature
80°C optimal
20°C to 100°C range
Temperature range for fermentation and cooking
Time
2-3 days
30 minutes – several days
Equipment
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
Compounds: lactic acid, acetic acid, ethanol
Taste
Texture
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Temperature
80°C optimal
20°C to 100°C range
Temperature range for fermentation and cooking
Time
2-3 days
30 minutes – several days
Equipment
Aroma ()
Compounds: lactic acid, acetic acid, ethanol
Taste
Texture
Wine Analogy
Ancient amphora-aged wines with oxidative notes
Coffee Analogy
Clay-pot roasted Ethiopian coffee with earthy tones
Perfume Analogy
Resinous myrrh-based attars with warm spice accords
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