Science
Primary Reaction
Starch gelatinization
Sensory Profile
Wine Analogy
Like a young Chardonnay with its buttery notes and toasted oak undertones
Coffee Analogy
Similar to the caramelized sweetness of a medium roast Colombian coffee
Perfume Analogy
Evokes warm, bready accords found in gourmand fragrances like Maison Margiela's 'By the Fireplace'
Origin & History
Civilization
Ancient Egyptians
Era
Ancient Period (circa 2500 BCE)
Region
Northeast Africa
Spread Path
Trade and cultural exchange along the Mediterranean