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Flavour Analysis

Mornay sauce begins with a vivid impression of distinct rich creaminess, before milk, parmesan and nutmeg emerge underneath. A kombu dashi note supplies savoury richness, while a toast note threads in warm aroma, and animal fat and oleic acid notes give the profile its more complex finish.

Dominant Flavour Families

Maillard
Carnal / Animalic
Spice
Earthy
Sharp

Flavour profile of mornay sauce

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Buttery

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Mornay sauce

ButteryCarnal

mornay sauce7.8

Rich, creamy dairy aroma distinctive of fresh butter and baked pastries. Strong in mornay sauce.

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