Why Does Mozzarella Smell Like Alcohol? (Answered!)
Mozzarella smells like alcohol due to fermentation by-products or a yeast infection from unpasteurized milk. Lactic, propionic, or acetic acid during cheesemaking can produce an alcohol scent. This odor is not harmful and rarely affects taste significantly. Eating the cheese sooner can prevent the smell from intensifying. What is the Cause of the Alcohol Smell … Read more