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Yuzu-flavoured Beer


Yuzu-flavoured beer

Top flavour pairings and yuzu-flavoured beer recipes, revealed through the hidden methmatics of flavour.

Yuzu-flavoured beer conjures the evocative embrace of cedar and the bracing kiss of bergamot, but beneath its bitter surface lies a nuanced symphony of subtle flavour notes: neroli, grapefruit, and even hints of resin, contributing remarkable depth. Understanding how these elements interplay is the secret to unlocking truly exceptional pairings.

To map these harmonies, we analysed thousands of ingredients, breaking each one down across 150 flavour dimensions, identifying which notes complement and contrast. Our exploration reveals, for instance, how the marine, briny iodine in salmon can enrich yuzu-flavoured beer, and how maple syrup's saccharine notes forge a beautiful synergy with its woody aroma.

Flavour Profile Of Yuzu-flavoured Beer Across 150 Dimensions Of Flavour

Flavour notes evoked by yuzu-flavoured beer

Flavour wheel chart showing the dominant flavour notes of Yuzu-flavoured beer: Cedar, Grapefruit, Neroli, Bergamot, Resinous, Caramel, Blossom, Hoppy, Maltol, Lactic, Acetic, Poivre, Yeasty


An ingredient's flavour profile is determined by its core characteristics (e.g. acidic, floral, and herbal) 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 Flavour Code


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.


The Flavours That Harmonise With Cedar Notes

Strength of Association Between Flavours

The flavours most associated with cedar notes are: Gentian, Sugary, Chamomile, Honey, Limestone, Pear, Oceanic, Fishy, Malic, Apricot, Seaweed, Caramel, Peach, Saline, Astringent.

Our analysis shows that the flavour of cedar is strongly associated with the flavour of sugar. This suggests we should look for ingredients with a sugary flavour, such as maple syrup, when pairing with the cedar aroma notes of yuzu-flavoured beer.

The recipe below provides inspiration for pairing yuzu-flavoured beer with maple syrup.

  • Harmonious Flavours Of Yuzu-flavoured Beer


    Just as our analysis showed that cedar and gentian flavour notes harmonise well, we can identify the full profile of flavours that harmonise with each of the flavour notes present in yuzu-flavoured beer. E.g. the grapefruity notes of yuzu-flavoured beer are often used with rose and plum-like flavours.

    The aroma accents complementary to the various aroma accents of yuzu-flavoured beer can be seen highlighted in the pink bars below.

    Flavour Profile Of Yuzu-flavoured Beer And Its Complementary Flavour Notes

    Flavour notes evoked by yuzu-flavoured beer

    Flavours complementary to yuzu-flavoured beer

    Flavour wheel chart showing the dominant flavour notes of Yuzu-flavoured beer: Cedar, Grapefruit, Neroli, Bergamot, Resinous, Caramel, Blossom, Hoppy, Maltol, Lactic, Acetic, Poivre, Yeasty


    Matching Flavour Profiles


    The flavour profile of salmon offers many of the aromas complementary to yuzu-flavoured beer, including oceanic and glutamic aroma notes. Because the flavour profile of salmon has many of the of the features that are complementary to yuzu-flavoured beer, they are likely to pair very well together.

    Prominent Flavour Notes Of Salmon Are Represented By Longer Bars

    Flavour notes evoked by salmon

    Flavour wheel chart showing the dominant flavour notes of Salmon: Oceanic, Fishy, Proteolytic, Seaweed, Saline, Glutamic, Adipose, Cucumber, Oleic, Buttery, Fungus, Iron, Chestnut, Copper


    The chart above shows the unique profile of salmon across 150 dimensions of flavour, while the recipes below offer inspiration for bringing these flavours together with yuzu-flavoured beer.


    Recipes That Pair Yuzu-flavoured Beer With Salmon


  • Linked Flavour Notes


    Looking at the aromas that are most strongly associated with the various flavours of yuzu-flavoured beer, we can identify other ingredients that are likely to pair well.

    Yuzu-flavoured Beer's Harmonious Flavours And Complementary Ingredients

    Yuzu-flavoured beer's Strongest Flavours

    Complementary Flavours

    Ingredients with Complementary Flavours





    Flavour groups:


    Nectarous

    Acidic

    Floral

    Herbal

    Spice

    Vegetal

    Maillard

    Earthy

    Woody

    Carnal

    The left side of the chart above highlights the aroma notes of yuzu-flavoured beer, along with the complementary aromas associated with each note. While the right side shows some of the ingredients that share many of the accents complementary to yuzu-flavoured beer.


    Prominent Pairings


    Our analysis identifies dishes that pair well with yuzu-flavoured beer and highlights the prominent ingredient combinations within these recipes. Key pairs include smoked paprika and Castelvetrano olive offering briny aroma, walnut and lemon zest for turpentiness, Kalamata olive and flat-leaf parsley for leafy depth, and Champagne vinegar and Chablis for a complex malic undertone. Explore these combinations to unlock yuzu-flavoured beer's hidden complexity, reveal deep nuance, and elevate its vibrant character.


    Ingredient Combinations Among Dishes That Pair With Yuzu-flavoured beer

    Smoked paprikaSmoked paprik…Castelvetrano oliveCastelvetrano o…WalnutWalnutLemon zestLemon zestKalamata oliveKalamata oliveFlat-leaf parsleyFlat-leaf parsleyChablisChablisChampagne vinegarChampagne vin…ShallotShallotMaple syrupMaple…SaisonSaisonCloveCloveTamarind puréeTamar…Green TeaGreen TeaExtra virgin olive oilExtra virg…SalmonSalmon

    Flavour groups:


    Sour

    Botanic

    Herbal

    Spice

    Vegetal

    Tawny

    Earthy

    Umami



    How Flavonomics Works


    We've pioneered a unique, data-driven approach to decode the intricate art of flavour pairing. Our goal is to move beyond intuition and uncover the science of why certain ingredients harmonise beautifully. This rigorous methodology allows us to provide you with insightful and reliable pairing recommendations.

    Our analysis begins with over 50,000 carefully selected recipes from acclaimed chefs like Galton Blackiston, Marcello Tully, and Pierre Lambinon. This premium dataset ensures our model distils genuine culinary excellence and creativity.

    Each ingredient from these recipes is deconstructed across 150 distinct flavour dimensions, creating a unique numerical "flavour fingerprint." This quantification allows us to apply advanced analytical methods to identify complex patterns between flavour notes.

    We identify popular ingredient combinations that frequently appear in our recipe database. Regression analysis is then performed on these pairings to statistically validate and pinpoint truly harmonious flavours.

    These insights drive our predictive model, which allows us to take any ingredient (e.g., Yuzu-flavoured beer), analyse its detailed flavour profile, and accurately reveal its complementary flavours and perfect ingredient partners.


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