Aroma

Aroma is a part of the flavor. It is due to the small molecules in the air, which enter the retinal nasal passages to produce several distinct flavors recognized in foods. Lemony, meaty, or woody taste is usually due to aroma molecules.

What is the aroma?

Aroma is a part of the flavor and is more complex than its other part taste. It is due to the small molecules in the air, which are volatile, and as they enter the retinal nasal passages, they produce several distinct flavors recognized in foods.

 

The taste described as lemony, meaty, or woody is usually due to aroma molecules. The olfactory nerve in the upper part of the nose's interior controls the sense of smell and taste and provides the ability to smell and taste foods.

 

Aromas can reach these nerves through the nostrils or indirectly up the back passageway from the mouth when chewing food.