Chocolate field glossary
Drying
Controlled moisture reduction after fermentation that stabilizes beans and continues important chemical changes.
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with precision.
- Why it matters
- Drying stabilizes fermented beans while allowing moisture and volatile acidity to decline without encouraging mold or smoke contamination.
- Common confusion
- Fast drying is not always efficient drying; a sealed surface can trap undesirable acidity inside the bean.
- Practical example
- Raised beds, patios and mechanical systems require different decisions about depth, turning, airflow and weather protection.
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