The Flavor Wheel

The Flavor Wheel is a visual tool that helps describe and identify the complex flavors and aromas found in foods and beverages, especially coffee, wine, and beer. It is organized into categories like fruity, nutty, spicy, and floral, with many sub-flavors beneath each. By using the wheel, tasters can communicate more precisely about what they perceive, improving both appreciation and skill. It’s like a flavor map, guiding you to explore the subtle tastes you experience and connect those flavors to their sources, enhancing understanding and enjoyment of the sensory experience.