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      Question

      Which microbe is most commonly used in beverage industry

      to ferment malted cereals to produce ethanol (for the preparation of beer, rum etc.)?
      A Aspergillus niger Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Saccharomyces cerevisiae Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Clavobacterium Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Penicillium Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      Microbes especially yeasts have been used for the production of beverages like wine, beer, whisky, brandy and rum. Saccharomyces cerevisiae (Brewerโ€™s yeast) is used for fermenting malted cereals and fruit juices to produce ethanol.

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