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Primary Reaction
Maillard Reaction
Temperature
125°C optimal
100°C to 150°C range
Temperature range for optimal Maillard Reaction
Time
2-3 hours
30 minutes – several hours
Equipment
Aroma ()
Compounds: guaiacol, phenol, vanillin
Taste
Texture
Wine Analogy
Similar to the smoky notes found in some Syrah wines from Northern Rhône
Coffee Analogy
Resembles the dark, smoky character of Sumatra Mandheling coffee
Perfume Analogy
Evokes the smoky leather accords in fragrances like Comme des Garçons Black
Key Compounds Produced
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