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Flavour Analysis

Queso fresco brings together distinct mild creaminess and brine, all at once. Beneath those first notes sit kefir and animal fat, giving the profile a final layer of depth and contrast.

Dominant Flavour Families

Sharp
Vegetal
Carnal / Animalic
Maillard
Earthy

Flavour profile of queso fresco

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Milky

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Queso fresco

MilkyCarnal

queso fresco7.8

Mildly sweet dairy aroma typical of fresh milk. Strong in queso fresco.

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