1. The physical sensations and textures experienced in the mouth when eating or drinking something, such as smoothness, grittiness, creaminess, or astringency.
Usage: Plural form of mouthfeel; commonly used in food and beverage contexts, especially wine and culinary criticism.

Examples

• The different mouthfeels of the wines ranged from silky to tannic.
• Chefs carefully consider the mouthfeels of their dishes to create a complete sensory experience.
• The mouthfeels of these chocolates vary from grainy to smooth.
• Wine tasters evaluate mouthfeels alongside flavor and aroma.
• The creamy mouthfeels of the desserts made them popular with customers.
• Different cooking methods can produce distinct mouthfeels in the same ingredient.