Perfect Pairings & Recipes forCrème Fraîche

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Flavour Analysis

Crème fraîche begins with a vivid impression of clear unctuous richness, before milk and oleic acid emerge underneath. A butter note contributes rich creaminess, while a kefir note adds creamy tanginess, and a lemon note gives the profile further complexity.

Dominant Flavour Families

Sharp
Vegetal
Sweet
Carnal / Animalic
Herbal / Herbaceous

Flavour profile of crème fraîche

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Fatty

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Crème fraîche

FattyCarnal

crème fraîche8.0

Rich, smooth, mouth-coating oily aroma primarily seen in pure fats. Strong in crème fraîche.

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