Our Delicious Tastes

Taste sensations are categorized into five basic elements of flavour — salt, sweet, sour, bitter, and savoury (umami).

Sweet – Sweet flavours come from things like candy and fruits.

Bitter – Bitter flavours come from many vegetables and unsweetened chocolate. Not to be confused with sour!

Sour – Sour flavours are contained in anything with acid, such as citrus fruits or vinegar.
Synonymous to: tart, acid

Salty – Salty flavours obviously come from anything with salt, such as chips or nuts.

Savoury (Umami) – Meaty flavours come from anything with glutamates (MSG) such as soy sauce, cheese, and meat.
Synonymous to: Meaty