Investigating Pectin-Degrading Gut Bacteria in the Production of Black Ivory Coffee (BIC) (IMAGE)

Institute of Science Tokyo

Investigating Pectin-Degrading Gut Bacteria in the Production of Black Ivory Coffee (BIC)

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Acinetobacter and several pectin-digesting microbial species are abundant in the guts of elephants that produce BIC. Lower pectin levels in the partially digested beans result in fewer bitter compounds being produced when the beans are roasted, giving BIC a smoother flavor.

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Institute of Science Tokyo

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