Science
Primary Reaction
Lactic acid fermentation
Sensory Profile
Wine Analogy
Similar complexity to natural orange wines with secondary fermentation
Coffee Analogy
Reminiscent of anaerobic fermentation processed coffees
Perfume Analogy
Rice sake notes in oriental fragrance compositions
Culinary Applications
Kyuri no Shio Koji-zukeJapanCreates crisp yet umami-packed cucumber pickles with tenderized skin
Daikon Shio Koji PickleTohoku regionDevelops sweet-savory depth in winter radishes while preserving crunch
Napa Cabbage Koji CureModern fusionAccelerates kimchi-style fermentation with koji enzymes