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Flavour Analysis

Stock cube’s first impression is a clear salty character, but beef, poultry and yeast soon reveal the profile beneath. A kombu dashi note lends distinct savoury richness, with an onion note adding pungent aroma, and toast and animal fat notes give the profile a nuanced, persistent finish.

Dominant Flavour Families

Carnal / Animalic
Maillard
Spice
Earthy
Herbal / Herbaceous

Flavour profile of stock cube

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Briny

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BrinyEarthy

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Clear, clean salty mineral-like character similar to brine or seawater. Strong in stock cube.

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