Key Enzymes Involved in the Synthesis of Hops Phytochemical Compounds: From Structure, Functions to Applications.

ABSTRACT: Humulus lupulus L. is an essential source of aroma compounds, hop bitter acids, and xanthohumol derivatives mainly exploited as flavourings in beer brewing and with demonstrated potential for the treatment of certain diseases. To acquire a comprehensive understanding of the biosynthesis of these compounds, the primary enzymes involved in the three major pathways of hops' phytochemical composition are herein critically summarized. Hops' phytochemical components impart bitterness, aroma, and antioxidant activity to beers. The biosynthesis pathways have been extensively studied and enzymes play essential roles in the processes. Here, we introduced the enzymes involved in the biosynthesis of hop bitter acids, monoterpenes and xanthohumol derivatives, including the branched-chain aminotransfera

SUBMITTER: Hong K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8430942 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature