Butyrins

/ˈbjuːtərɪnz/ noun

Definition

Plural of butyrin; multiple triglycerides composed of glycerol and butyric acid found in dairy products.

Etymology

Butyrin + -s plural suffix. Standard pluralization in chemistry and biochemistry.

Kelly Says

Different butyrins with slightly different structures create subtle flavor variations in cheeses and aged butters—cheesemakers are actually controlling butyrin chemistry when they cure and ferment dairy products!

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