Youre about to be introduced to the umami factor: the secret to sensational custom-made beverages, including spirits, wine, beer, soft drinks, and more. Chances are you have never heard of umami, the taste impression created by certain amino acids in a food or beverage. This book reveals the wonders of umami to beginner and expert alike, starting off with a thorough understanding of full-spectrum fermentation theory, then dives into the various preparation techniques and shows how umami-producing ingredients create beverages with sensational balance and roundness on the palate, tongue, nose, and even throat. More than 75 recipes, sharp insight, and handy tips help both amateur and professional fermentation chefs conquer the next frontier in beverage science.By Robert GeorgeRobert Rivelle George is an award-winning brewer and vintner with more than 40 years of experience with the fermentation arts. Having built four home breweries over the years, Robert provides family and friends with a constant source of fermented delights.242 color photosFull-Spectrum Fermentation for the 21st Century242 color photos