Mutagenesis, screening and isolation of Brettanomyces bruxellensis mutants with reduced 4‑ethylphenol production

Abstract: The use of non-conventional yeast species to obtain interesting flavors and aromas has become a new trend in the fermented beverages industry. Among such species, Brettanomyces bruxellensis (B. bruxellensis) has been reported as capable of producing desirable or at least singular aromas in...

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Autores principales: Álvarez Gaona, Izmari Jasel, Assof, Mariela, Jofré, Viviana Patricia, Combina, Mariana, Ciklic, Iván Francisco
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Publicado: Springer Nature 2021
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Acceso en línea:https://repositorio.uca.edu.ar/handle/123456789/11333
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Sumario:Abstract: The use of non-conventional yeast species to obtain interesting flavors and aromas has become a new trend in the fermented beverages industry. Among such species, Brettanomyces bruxellensis (B. bruxellensis) has been reported as capable of producing desirable or at least singular aromas in fermented beverages like beer and wine. However, this yeast can also produce an aromatic defect by producing high concentrations of phenolic compounds like, 4-ethylguaiacol and particularly 4-ethylphenol (4-EP). In the present study, we designed a mutant screening method to isolate B. bruxellensis mutants with reduced 4-EP production. More than 1000 mutants were screened with our olfactory screening method, and after further sensory and chemical analysis we were able to select a B. bruxellensis mutant strain with a significant reduction of 4-EP production (more than threefold) and less phenolic perception.