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Moreno Ravelo RC, Masch JD, Gastl M, Becker T. Effect of molar mass and size of non-alcoholic beer fractions and their relevance toward palate fullness intensity. Food Res Int 2023; 170:112725. [PMID: 37316000 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2023.112725] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2022] [Revised: 01/21/2023] [Accepted: 03/16/2023] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
Abstract
Palate fullness intensity and mouthfeel descriptors are essential sensory characteristics of non-alcoholic beers (NABs). The descriptor's perception might be influenced by the molar distribution of the non-volatile matrix in cereal-based beverages like NABs. However, only limited information is available on the molar mass of different substances in NABs. This study investigated the role of weight average molar mass (Mw) and size of NABs fractions and their relation to sensory perception. Industrialized bottom-fermented NABs (n = 28) from the German market and NABs produced by different methods were used in this study. A trained sensory panel evaluated palate fullness intensity, mouthfeel, and basic taste descriptors (as additional quality parameters). Asymmetric flow field-flow fractionation was used to fractionate NABs, while Mw was determined by multi-angle light scattering and differential refractive index detectors. The NABs were fractionated into three groups containing different substances: proteins, proteins-polyphenol complexes (P-PC) and low molar mass (non-)starch polysaccharides (LN-SP), and high molar mass (non-)starch polysaccharides (HN-SP). The Mw range of proteins was 18.3-41 kDa, P-PC and LN-SP 43-122.6 kDa, and HN-SP 0.40-2.18·103 kDa. Harmony, defined as the sweet and sour ratio, influenced the palate fullness intensity perception. In the harmonic samples (sour/sweet sensory balanced), the size of HN-SP (> 25 nm) showed a positive correlation to palate fullness intensity. The results suggest the importance of dextrins, arabinoxylan, and β-glucan in modulating the sensory characteristics of harmonic bottom-fermented NABs.
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- Rolando César Moreno Ravelo
- Technical University of Munich, TUM School of Life Sciences, Chair of Brewing and Beverage Technology, 85354 Freising, Germany
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- Technical University of Munich, TUM School of Life Sciences, Chair of Brewing and Beverage Technology, 85354 Freising, Germany
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- Technical University of Munich, TUM School of Life Sciences, Chair of Brewing and Beverage Technology, 85354 Freising, Germany.
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- Technical University of Munich, TUM School of Life Sciences, Chair of Brewing and Beverage Technology, 85354 Freising, Germany
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Tirado-Kulieva VA, Hernández-Martínez E, Minchán-Velayarce HH, Pasapera-Campos SE, Luque-Vilca OM. A comprehensive review of the benefits of drinking craft beer: Role of phenolic content in health and possible potential of the alcoholic fraction. Curr Res Food Sci 2023; 6:100477. [PMID: 36935850 PMCID: PMC10020662 DOI: 10.1016/j.crfs.2023.100477] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2022] [Revised: 02/13/2023] [Accepted: 03/02/2023] [Indexed: 03/07/2023] Open
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Currently, there is greater production and consumption of craft beer due to its appreciated sensory characteristics. Unlike conventional beer, craft beers provide better health benefits due to their varied and high content of phenolic compounds (PCs) and also due to their alcohol content, but the latter is controversial. The purpose of this paper was to report on the alcoholic fraction and PCs present in craft beers and their influence on health. Despite the craft beer boom, there are few studies on the topic; there is a lot of field to explore. The countries with the most research are the United States > Italy > Brazil > United Kingdom > Spain. The type and amount of PCs in craft beers depends on the ingredients and strains used, as well as the brewing process. It was determined that it is healthier to be a moderate consumer of alcohol than to be a teetotaler or heavy drinker. Thus, studies in vitro, with animal models and clinical trials on cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases, cancer, diabetes and obesity, osteoporosis and even the immune system suggest the consumption of craft beer. However, more studies with more robust designs are required to obtain more generalizable and conclusive results. Finally, some challenges in the production of craft beer were detailed and some alternative solutions were mentioned.
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Adamenko K, Kawa-Rygielska J. Effect of Hop Varieties and Forms in the Hopping Process on Non-Alcoholic Beer Quality. Molecules 2022; 27:7910. [PMID: 36432011 PMCID: PMC9692510 DOI: 10.3390/molecules27227910] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2022] [Revised: 11/08/2022] [Accepted: 11/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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The aim of this study was to determine how the hopping technique affects the quality of non-alcoholic beer (NAB). A series of NABs were brewed and tested for basic physicochemical characteristics, profiles of selected volatile compounds, and microbial contamination. The brewing process yielded 13 experimental groups of beers, all of which had an ethanol content of <0.5%v/v. Among the batches brewed with ‘Marynka’ hops, the pellet form was found to provide the highest concentrations of hop-derived volatile compounds, whereas in the ‘Magnum’ groups, the extracts and whole hops proved superior. Humulene and caryophyllene were the primary volatiles in terms of quantity. All the brews were contamination-free—no microbes other than yeast cells were detected. Their microbiological purity was also supported by an assay of beer-defect indicators (volatile compounds), which only showed low levels of acetaldehyde, 1-propanol, 2-methylbutanol, and 3-methylbutanol. The hopping technique deployed was found not to affect the physicochemical parameters of NABs, but did have a significant impact on their volatile compound profile.
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- Kinga Adamenko
- Department of Fermentation and Cereals Technology, Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences, 51-630 Wrocław, Poland
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Borșa A, Muntean MV, Salanță LC, Tofană M, Socaci SA, Mudura E, Pop A, Pop CR. Effects of Botanical Ingredients Addition on the Bioactive Compounds and Quality of Non-Alcoholic and Craft Beer. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 11:1958. [PMID: 35956436 PMCID: PMC9370188 DOI: 10.3390/plants11151958] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2022] [Revised: 07/26/2022] [Accepted: 07/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Special beers, known as artisanal, are progressively gaining consumer preference, opening up competition, and acquiring more space in the market. Considering that, exploration for new formulations is justified and plants represent a source of novel compounds with promising antioxidant activity for this beer segment. This paper aims to evaluate the current knowledge on the role of botanical ingredients on the final yield of bioactive compounds in special beer, and how these molecules generally affect the sensory profile. Furthermore, the estimated difficulties of implementation, taking into account the new processes and the relative cost, are discussed. The addition of plants to beer could serve the interests of both the industry and consumers, on one hand, by improving the functional properties and offering a unique flavor, and on the other hand by adding variety to the craft beer landscape. This paper provides guidance and future directions for the development of new products to boost the brewing industry. Brewing processes might affect the valuable compounds, especially the phenolic content. Consequently, future studies need to identify new methods for protecting the level of bioactive compounds in special beer and increasing the bio-accessibility, along with optimization of the sensory and technological properties.
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- Andrei Borșa
- Department of Food Engineering, Faculty of Food Science and Technology, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, 400372 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (A.B.); (E.M.); (A.P.)
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- Department of Technical and Soil Science, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, 400372 Cluj-Napoca, Romania;
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- Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Science and Technology, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, 400372 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (M.T.); (C.R.P.)
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- Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Science and Technology, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, 400372 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (M.T.); (C.R.P.)
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- Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Science and Technology, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, 400372 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (M.T.); (C.R.P.)
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- Department of Food Engineering, Faculty of Food Science and Technology, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, 400372 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (A.B.); (E.M.); (A.P.)
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- Department of Food Engineering, Faculty of Food Science and Technology, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, 400372 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (A.B.); (E.M.); (A.P.)
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- Department of Food Science, Faculty of Food Science and Technology, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, 400372 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (M.T.); (C.R.P.)
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Bauwens J, Van Opstaele F, Karatairis C, Weiland F, Eggermont L, Jaskula‐Goiris B, De Rouck G, De Brabanter J, Aerts G, De Cooman L. Assessing the ageing process of commercial non‐alcoholic beers in comparison to their lager beer counterparts. JOURNAL OF THE INSTITUTE OF BREWING 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/jib.698] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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- Jeroen Bauwens
- Department of Microbial and Molecular Systems (M2S), Food and Microbial Technology (CLMT), Laboratory of Enzyme, Fermentation and Brewing Technology (EFBT) KU Leuven Ghent Technology Campus, Gebroeders de Smetstraat 1 9000 Ghent Belgium
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- Department of Microbial and Molecular Systems (M2S), Food and Microbial Technology (CLMT), Laboratory of Enzyme, Fermentation and Brewing Technology (EFBT) KU Leuven Ghent Technology Campus, Gebroeders de Smetstraat 1 9000 Ghent Belgium
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- Department of Microbial and Molecular Systems (M2S), Food and Microbial Technology (CLMT), Laboratory of Enzyme, Fermentation and Brewing Technology (EFBT) KU Leuven Ghent Technology Campus, Gebroeders de Smetstraat 1 9000 Ghent Belgium
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- Department of Microbial and Molecular Systems (M2S), Food and Microbial Technology (CLMT), Laboratory of Enzyme, Fermentation and Brewing Technology (EFBT) KU Leuven Ghent Technology Campus, Gebroeders de Smetstraat 1 9000 Ghent Belgium
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- Department of Microbial and Molecular Systems (M2S), Food and Microbial Technology (CLMT), Laboratory of Enzyme, Fermentation and Brewing Technology (EFBT) KU Leuven Ghent Technology Campus, Gebroeders de Smetstraat 1 9000 Ghent Belgium
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- Department of Microbial and Molecular Systems (M2S), Food and Microbial Technology (CLMT), Laboratory of Enzyme, Fermentation and Brewing Technology (EFBT) KU Leuven Ghent Technology Campus, Gebroeders de Smetstraat 1 9000 Ghent Belgium
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- Department of Microbial and Molecular Systems (M2S), Food and Microbial Technology (CLMT), Laboratory of Enzyme, Fermentation and Brewing Technology (EFBT) KU Leuven Ghent Technology Campus, Gebroeders de Smetstraat 1 9000 Ghent Belgium
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- Department of Electrical Engineering (ESAT), member of the division STADIUS, Stadius Centre for Dynamical Systems, Signal Processing and Data Analytics KU Leuven Kasteelpark Arenberg 10 – box 2446, 3001 Leuven Belgium
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- Department of Microbial and Molecular Systems (M2S), Food and Microbial Technology (CLMT), Laboratory of Enzyme, Fermentation and Brewing Technology (EFBT) KU Leuven Ghent Technology Campus, Gebroeders de Smetstraat 1 9000 Ghent Belgium
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- Department of Microbial and Molecular Systems (M2S), Food and Microbial Technology (CLMT), Laboratory of Enzyme, Fermentation and Brewing Technology (EFBT) KU Leuven Ghent Technology Campus, Gebroeders de Smetstraat 1 9000 Ghent Belgium
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De Flaviis R, Santarelli V, Mutarutwa D, Giuliani M, Sacchetti G. Volatiles profile of 'Blanche' wheat craft beer as affected by wheat origin: A chemometric study. Food Chem 2022; 385:132696. [PMID: 35303654 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2022.132696] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2021] [Revised: 03/09/2022] [Accepted: 03/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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The aroma of craft beers is recognized to affect their overall acceptability and drinkability. Raw materials can affect the volatile organic compounds (VOCs) of beers and their aroma. The VOCs profile of wheat craft beers produced with wheat (Triticum aestivum, L.) of different origin (variety and cultivation site) in increasing concentration was analysed. PLS2 analysis evidenced that wheat concentration is the main factor affecting VOCs profile, whilst the effect of variety (Vittorio and Solina) and altitude of cultivation (70, 500 and 1,200 m a.s.l.) on VOCs variance was lower. PLS-DA permitted to differentiate beers obtained with the two varieties for their VOCs profile: 2-Ethylhexanol, a cultivar specific indicator, was found in beers made with Solina.
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- Riccardo De Flaviis
- Faculty of Bioscience and Technology for Food, Agriculture and Environment, University of Teramo, Via R. Balzarini 1, 64100 Teramo, Italy
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- Faculty of Bioscience and Technology for Food, Agriculture and Environment, University of Teramo, Via R. Balzarini 1, 64100 Teramo, Italy
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- Faculty of Bioscience and Technology for Food, Agriculture and Environment, University of Teramo, Via R. Balzarini 1, 64100 Teramo, Italy
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- Food Consultant as BeerStudioLab, Via Nazionale per Teramo 75, 64021 Giulianova, Italy
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- Faculty of Bioscience and Technology for Food, Agriculture and Environment, University of Teramo, Via R. Balzarini 1, 64100 Teramo, Italy.
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Transfer of Ethanol and Aroma Compounds by Varying Specific Process Parameters in the Thermal Dealcoholisation of Beer. Foods 2021; 10:foods10071602. [PMID: 34359472 PMCID: PMC8306714 DOI: 10.3390/foods10071602] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2021] [Revised: 07/04/2021] [Accepted: 07/07/2021] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
Abstract
Dealcoholisation of beer has gained prominence over the last decade. A well-known procedure involves the combination of a rectification column for thermal dealcoholisation and a downstream column for aroma recovery. However, the recovery of valuable fermentation by-products is rarely performed due to limited data about the enrichment and depletion of ethanol and aromatic compounds. The influence of operating conditions on the transfer of ethanol and aroma compounds to the recovery fluid, henceforth, ‘aromawater’, has not yet been fully explored. Therefore, this study involved examining how ethanol concentration and aroma compounds in the aromawater are affected by the condenser temperature and reflux rate during thermal dealcoholisation. The aim was to obtain an aromawater having a maximum level of valuable aroma substances and a minimum level of ethanol for re-blending with non-alcoholic beer, hypothetically causing aroma intensification. An industrial system was used for sample production. Ethanol as well as higher alcohols and ester concentrations were analysed in the different material flows, and mass balances were thus compiled. Sensory analysis was performed to evaluate the beer aroma’s intensification as a sustainable industrial application. The obtained results indicate that increased condenser temperature was associated with increased aroma concentrations in the aromawater. If the temperature of the condenser’s coolant exceeded 15 °C, dealcoholisation < 0.05% abv could not be guaranteed. A higher reflux rate led to higher concentrations of fermentation by-products in the aromawater. Finally, the aroma profile of three non-alcoholic beers (0.0% abv, 0.5% abv after blending with original beer, and 0.5% abv after blending with aromawater) were evaluated. By blending, the attributes ‘estery’ and ‘flowery’ were assessed as dominant. The effect was more pronounced with aromawater than with the original beer.
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