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Primary Reaction
Fermentation
Wine Analogy
Similar to natural orange wine with its funky, oxidative qualities
Coffee Analogy
Reminiscent of Ethiopian wild-fermented coffee's fruity acidity
Perfume Analogy
Ancient resinous scents like myrrh with fermented grain undertones
Civilization
Sumerian
Region
Mesopotamia
Key Compounds Produced
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