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Primary Reaction
Microbial fermentation
Aroma ()
Wine Analogy
Similar complexity to natural wine fermentation
Coffee Analogy
Reminiscent of wet-processed coffee bean fermentation
Perfume Analogy
Earthy base notes with sharp top notes
Civilization
Ancient Egyptians
Era
circa 2000 BCE
Region
Northeastern Africa
Spread Path
Trade and cultural exchange along the Nile River
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