Perfect Pairings & Recipes for
Periwinkle
Analysing hundreds of thousands of recipes uncovers periwinkle's optimal flavour pairings.
Periwinkle is defined by the unmistakable flavours of ocean and salt, but beneath its saltiness lies a complex symphony of subtle flavour notes, such as glutamate, oyster, and fish, that give it remarkable depth. The key to finding the perfect pairing for periwinkle is understanding how these notes harmonise.
To map these harmonies, we analysed thousands of ingredients, breaking each one down across 150 flavour dimensions, identifying which notes complement and contrast. Our analysis reveals, for example, how basil's basilicum tones ground periwinkle, and how asparagus's asparagus notes create a surprising synergy with its marine aroma.
Flavour Profile Of Periwinkle Across 150 Dimensions Of Flavour
An ingredient's flavour profile is determined by its core characteristics (e.g. acidic, vegetal, and carnal) enhanced by layers of subtle aroma notes (outer bars). When pairing ingredients, aim for a mix of core traits to build balance, and select complementary aroma notes to create harmony.
The Art of Flavour Pairing
To understand exactly which flavours harmonise, we compiled a database of over 50,000 ingredient pairings commonly used in cooking. We then analysed these pairings, identifying the specific flavour notes that frequently appear together.
Our analysis shows that the flavour of ocean is strongly associated with the flavour of asparagus. This suggests we should look for ingredients with a asparagus flavourwhen pairing with the oceanic aroma notes of periwinkle.
The recipe below provides inspiration for pairing periwinkle with asparagus.
Harmonious Flavours Of Periwinkle
Just as our analysis indicated that ocean and asparagus flavour notes harmonise well, we can identify the full profile of flavours that harmonise with each of the flavour accents present in periwinkle. Similarly, the salty notes of periwinkle frequently pair with rosemary and thyme-like flavours.
The aromas complementing the various aromas of periwinkle can be seen highlighted in the pink bars below.
Flavour Profile Of Periwinkle And Its Complementary Flavour Notes
Matching Flavour Profiles
The flavour profile of basil offers many of the aroma accents complementary to periwinkle, including basil and grassy aroma notes. Because the flavour profile of basil has many of the of the features that are complementary to periwinkle, they are likely to pair very well together.
Prominent Flavour Notes Of Basil Are Represented By Longer Bars
The chart above shows the unique profile of basil across 150 dimensions of flavour, while the recipes below offer inspiration for bringing these flavours together with periwinkle.
Recipes That Pair Periwinkle With Basil
Linked Flavour Notes
Looking at the aromas that are most strongly associated with the various flavours of periwinkle, we can identify other ingredients that are likely to pair well.
The Flavour Notes That Harmonise With Periwinkle And The Ingredients That Share Some Of These Notes
Periwinkle's Strongest Flavours
Complementary Flavours
Ingredients with Complementary Flavours
Flavour groups:
Acidic
Floral
Herbal
Spice
Vegetal
Maillard
Earthy
Carnal
The left side of the chart above highlights the aroma notes of periwinkle, along with the complementary aromas associated with each note. While the right side shows some of the ingredients that share many of the aroma accents complementary to periwinkle.
What To Drink With Periwinkle
The basil notes in côteaux du languedoc make it a perfect pairing with periwinkle. Likewise, the basil flavours in tuscany create a match made in heaven. Explore a variety of ingredients below that beautifully complement the unique character of periwinkle below.
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