fermentation process
Microbe-driven transformation
Fermentation process is the biochemical transformation in which microorganisms like yeast or bacteria convert sugars into alcohol, acids, or gases.
The term appears in brewing, winemaking, and food production: The fermentation process takes about two weeks.
In broader usage, it can describe any gradual development or agitation: the fermentation process of political change.
- brewingBeverage preparation process
- beer brewingProducing fermented malt drinks
- winemakingCrafting fermented grape beverages
- natural wineWine without added chemicals
- yeastFermenting fungus
wild yeast · acetic acid · kimchi · koji · kvass · sourdough starter · ethanol · kombucha · bread baking · tempeh · yogurt production · live cultures · biosynthesis · cheese making · anaerobic respiration · glycerol · carbon dioxide · sauerkraut
fermentation processdistillation
Purification via vaporization
pasteurization · sterilization · combustion · chemical synthesis · heat treatment
fermentation processsterilization
Complete elimination of microbes
pasteurization · freezing · canning · refrigeration · freeze-drying