Perfect Pairings & Recipes forBacon Fat

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Flavour Analysis

Beneath bacon fat’s familiar unctuous richness lies a more intricate layering of pork, smoke and oleic acid. A hickory note introduces definite warm woodiness, while a rancio note contributes distinct nutty aroma, and char and brine notes give the profile depth, contrast and length.

Dominant Flavour Families

Carnal / Animalic
Maillard
Woody
Spice
Sweet

Flavour profile of bacon fat

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Fatty

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Bacon fat

FattyCarnal

bacon fat9.2

Rich, smooth, mouth-coating oily aroma primarily seen in pure fats. Strong in bacon fat.

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