English Expression · Intermediate

top fermentation

Alcoholic fermentation during which the yeast cells are carried to the top of the fermenting liquid

Pronunciation: say top fermentation

Meaning

Alcoholic fermentation during which the yeast cells are carried to the top of the fermenting liquid.

Example

Top fermentation is usually carried out at between 64 and 77 ° F/ 18– 25 ° C and takes two to seven days, during which the yeasty foam is skimmed off several times.

Top fermentation is usually carried out at between 64 and 77 ° F/ 18– 25 ° C and takes two to seven days, during which the yeasty foam is skimmed off several times.

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