Unveiling the sociocultural, microbiological, and functional properties of liquid brem, a traditional balinese fermented rice wine: a systematic review (opens in new tab)

Balinese brem is a traditional Indonesian fermented rice wine embedded in cultural, ritual, and spiritual practices, serving important symbolic and social functions. Beyond its cultural significance, brem has attracted scientific attention in fermentation science, microbial ecology, biochemical composition, and potential functional properties. However, existing studies often examine these aspects separately, resulting in a fragmented understanding of brem as both a cultural heritage product a...