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Flavour Analysis

At first, streaky bacon shows powerful unctuous richness, and then smoke, brine and char come into focus. An oleic acid note brings distinct smooth oiliness, while a hickory note adds distinct warm woodiness, and pork and oak notes give the profile a layered, lingering finish.

Dominant Flavour Families

Maillard
Carnal / Animalic
Woody
Spice
Earthy

Flavour profile of streaky bacon

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Streaky bacon

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Rich, smooth, mouth-coating oily aroma primarily seen in pure fats. Strong in streaky bacon.

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