adjective
- relating to or involving the use of the senses (especially taste and smell) to evaluate the qualities of a substance
Usage: technical; food science
Examples
- The wine underwent organoleptic testing to assess its flavor profile.
- Organoleptic properties include taste, smell, texture, and appearance.
- Food scientists conduct organoleptic evaluations to determine consumer preferences.
- The organoleptic analysis revealed subtle differences between the two samples.
- Quality control relies on both chemical analysis and organoleptic assessment.
- The cheese’s organoleptic characteristics changed during the aging process.