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Kirin: Development of a Fermented Ingredient Derived from Coffee Cherries to Enhance Body and Aroma Contributing to the Sustainability of Coffee Farms, Reduction of Environmental Impact, and Addressing Alcohol-related Social Issues
TOKYO, November 10, 2025--Kirin Holdings Co., Ltd.'s Institute for Future Beverage has successfully developed a fermented ingredient derived from coffee cherries*1. By utilizing coffee cherries*1 —whose pulp and skin are often discarded—as a valuable material, we aim to contribute to the sustainability of coffee farms and reduce environmental impact. Furthermore, due to its ability to enhance body and aroma, this ingredient has shown potential to improve the drinking satisfaction of non-alcoholi
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