Description
Institute for Fermentation and Biotechnology, Berlin, Germany
Technical
VLB Berlin is the owner of the Institut für Gärungsgewerbe und Biotechnologie zu Berlin. It is an institute in Berlin's Wedding district that provides research, training, education and service for the brewing industry.
Science
Primary Reaction
Fermentation of glucose to ethanol
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
fruityfloralcitrusyherbalspicy
Wine Analogy
Similar to Gewürztraminer fermentation
Coffee Analogy
Similar to Ethiopian coffee fermentation
Perfume Analogy
Echoes Chanel No. 5's floral aldehydes
Origin & History
Civilization
Ancient Nubians
Era
circa 3000 BCE
Region
Northeast Africa
Spread Path
Nile River trade routes
Culinary Applications
Berliner WeisseGermanyCreates characteristic tartness
GoseLeipzigEnables salt and coriander integration
LambicBelgiumFacilitates spontaneous fermentation
Dietary
VeganVegetarianGluten-FreeHalalKosherpotential barley derivatives
Molecular Pairing
Key Compounds Produced
EthanolCarbon dioxidePyruvateAcetaldehydeGlycerol