Lipase

Lipase is an enzyme that breaks down triglycerides, the components that make up fat, into fatty acids and glycerin. It works mainly during digestion, where it plays an important role in converting fat in the body into a form that can be used as energy. Lipase is also involved in the sake brewing process, where it breaks down fats from rice and other raw materials, contributing to fermentation and the formation of aroma. Because the flavor and aroma of high-quality sake are also influenced by the action of such enzymes, lipase is one of the important factors in sake brewing.