The Flavour Thesaurus distinguishes between types of sourness — the specific acid determines not just the level of tartness but the aromatic profile, the speed of perception, and the compatibility with other flavours. Treating all acids as interchangeable produces dishes that are correctly sour but wrong in character.
A framework for understanding the five major culinary acid types — each with a different flavour profile, aromatic contribution, and compatibility map.
PÉPIN ADDITIONAL ENTRIES + FLAVOUR THESAURUS COMPLETION