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ReviewMicroorganisms2026

Advances in Cider Flavor: Integrating Apple Raw Materials, Microbial Ecology, and Process Control.

Zhiyong Zhang, Chan Yan, Junjie Li, Lina Zhao, Lang Li, Rongjing Cai, Wenhui Wei, Shaokun Lu

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Review in Microorganisms, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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5 · Who and what money

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8 authors.

Zhiyong ZhangSchool of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Zhaotong University, Zhaotong 657000, China.ORCID 0009-0002-7941-9105
Chan YanSchool of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Zhaotong University, Zhaotong 657000, China.
Junjie LiSchool of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Zhaotong University, Zhaotong 657000, China.
Lina ZhaoSchool of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Zhaotong University, Zhaotong 657000, China.
Lang LiSchool of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Zhaotong University, Zhaotong 657000, China.
Rongjing CaiSchool of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Zhaotong University, Zhaotong 657000, China.
Wenhui WeiSchool of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Zhaotong University, Zhaotong 657000, China.
Shaokun LuCollege of Big Data, Yunnan Agricultural University, Kunming 650201, China.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Cider is a low-alcohol fruit wine produced by partial or complete fermentation of apple juice. In recent years, its consumption has grown significantly, especially in Asia. Its distinctive flavor profile reflects a complex interplay of aroma and non-volatile components. The composition of cider is mainly influenced by three factors: raw materials, starter cultures, and production process. This review begins by outlining the composition of cider, covering both its aromatic compounds and non-volatile components. The primary aroma profile is defined by higher alcohols, esters, fatty acids, and carbonyl compounds, while sugars, organic acids, and polyphenols are the key determinants of its taste. Subsequently, it provides a detailed analysis of how the raw material, the choice of starter cultures, and the applied production processes collectively shape the cider's flavor. Research shows that apple variety and maturity influence the levels of sugars, organic acids, and polyphenols, shaping the flavor foundation of cider. To enhance flavor diversity, inoculation strategies have shifted from single-strain fermentation with

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apple cultivarciderflavorlactic acid bacterianon-Saccharomycesnutrientoxygen

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PMID42655146
PMCPMC13515520

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