Description
Liquid fuel used in diesel engines
Technical
Diesel fuel, also called diesel oil, fuel oil (historically), or simply diesel, is any liquid fuel specifically designed for use in a diesel engine, a type of internal combustion engine in which fuel ignition takes place as a result of compression of the inlet air and then injection of fuel without a spark. Therefore, diesel fuel needs good compression ignition characteristics.
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
pungentoilychemicalburntindustrial
Wine Analogy
Petrol-like notes found in some aged Rieslings
Coffee Analogy
Burnt motor oil notes in dark roast coffee
Perfume Analogy
Industrial accords in avant-garde fragrances
Origin & History
Civilization
Germans
Era
Late 19th century
Region
Europe
Spread Path
Industrialization and trade
Culinary Applications
Emergency stove fuelMilitary field rationsHeat source
Flambé alternativeExperimental cuisineHigh-temperature ignition
Smoke infusionIndustrial barbecueFlavor enhancement
Dietary
Gluten-Freechemical sensitivities