Scientists turn to AI to make beer taste even better

Researchers in Belgium use artificial intelligence to improve taste, but say the skill of the brewer remains vital

Whether you prefer a fruity lambic or a complex Trappist, Belgian beers have long been famed for their variety, quality and heritage. Now, researchers say they have harnessed the power of artificial intelligence to make brews even better.

Prof Kevin Verstrepen, of KU Leuven university, who led the research, said AI could help tease apart the complex relationships involved in human aroma perception.