Chocolate field glossary
Astringency
A drying, puckering tactile sensation caused largely by polyphenol interactions with saliva.
Sensory · working definitionUse the word
Use the word
with precision.
- Why it matters
- Naming the drying tactile sensation separately prevents it from being confused with bitterness or acidity.
- Common confusion
- Astringency is a mouthfeel response involving saliva, not one of the basic tastes.
- Practical example
- After swallowing, notice puckering around the gums and inner cheeks rather than looking only for a tongue taste.
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