Conditions necessary for sensory analysis

Question 1

Location

Answer 1

Sensory analysis must take place in special testing booths with dividing walls to prevent sharing of information.

Question 2

ventilation

Answer 2

It is necessary to remove any lingering odours and windows should be open one hour before testing.

Question 3

silence

Answer 3

Silence should be maintained during the tasting session to prevent the sharing of information.

Question 4

Timing

Answer 4

tests should be carried out at around mid morning, as at this time testers are neither too full nor too hungry. Testers should not eat for 30 mins before the test as tastes may linger in their mouths.