Temperature
2 articles
The Test Kitchen
Sourdough Science, Decoded: How Temperature, Hydration, and Flour Decide Your Loaf
Understand how temperature, hydration, and flour type control sourdough fermentation, impacting your loaf's rise, crumb, and flavor. Learn to diagnose and fix common issues by adjusting these key variables.
Raffi Hovsepian·October 22, 2026
Behind the Bar
Ice Is an Ingredient: How to Choose Ice and Technique to Control Dilution, Temperature, and Texture
Ice is a critical ingredient in cocktails, influencing chilling, dilution, and texture. Understanding scientific principles like surface area and chilling plateaus allows mixologists to intentionally control these factors through deliberate choices of ice type and mixing technique.
Marco Alves·October 16, 2026