Decoction Process (Noun)
Meaning
(brewing) a process in which part of the mash is removed and boiled and then returned.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The decoction process is a traditional brewing method used to extract sugars from grains in the mash.
- Brewers use the decoction process to create complex and rich flavors in their beers.
- The decoction process involves removing a portion of the mash, boiling it, and then returning it to the main mash to extract more sugars.
- In the decoction process, the boiled portion of the mash is called the decoction, which is then mixed back into the main mash.
- The decoction process can be repeated multiple times to achieve the desired level of sugar extraction and flavor development.