ferment
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"Any transport delay can risk ruining the batch. If it takes longer than 24 hours, the internal sugars begin to rot and ferment unpredictably, destroying the delicate flavour profile needed for premium spirits," says Dhariwal.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
With the help of large handheld food mixers, they carefully grind the mixture of dried Californian grapes and water, which they then ferment before distilling it in a large still imported from Germany.
From Barron's • May 2, 2026
The familiar chewy texture and tangy flavor of sourdough come from a complex mix of microorganisms that ferment the dough.
From Science Daily • Jan. 21, 2026
Audrey Truschke’s single-volume work makes a bold attempt to capture thousands of years of cultural ferment on the Indian subcontinent.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025
Adam’s recognition brought a ferment of happiness to Cal.
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
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