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Ethiopian Tej is a spontaneous honey mead fermented by naturally occurring yeasts at ambient temperatures.
Origin: Ethiopian highland communities (Traditional/ancient) — Ethiopian highlands, Gojjam
See full technique reference →During primary fermentation, honey sugars (glucose and fructose) are converted by yeasts into ethanol and CO₂, while secondary metabolites such as esters, aldehydes, and organic acids develop. The process proceeds at 20–30 °C, producing a complex flavor profile that balances sweetness, acidity, and alcohol.
Primary Reaction
Fermentation of honey sugars to ethanol and CO₂ by Saccharomyces and non‑Saccharomyces yeasts
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