Sunday, June 16, 2013

What is umami beer™?



What is umami beer™?
Umami is the fifth taste that is distinct and difficult to describe.  Umami flavors are caused by the interaction of glutamates, a naturally occurring amino acid, with receptors on the tongue.  It is distinctly not sweet, sour, bitter, or salty, but is instead sometimes called savory.  In addition to having a unique standalone flavor, umami enhances food it is combined with, making flavors richer and more intense.  Three Weavers uses natural adjuncts in our brewing process to create umami beer, which balances and intensifies the various characteristics of a type of beer.  Three Weavers is in the process of registering the trademark for umami beer™.

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