For many French people, it is unthinkable not to start their day without a cup of coffee, accompanied by their toasted bread for a gentle wake-up call. Often, the smell emitted by the aromas of coffee is the first scent felt in the morning. According to legend, the discovery of coffee dates back to around 850 in present-day Ethiopia. A shepherd, surprised by the behavior of his goats after eating fruit and leaves from a shepherd, reportedly brought a branch of this shrub to monks. The latter prepared a beverage from the seeds and, after consuming it, all of them found themselves uplifted.
The production of an aromatic coffee takes place in several stages. The coffee grain must be selected from a wide range according to its type or origin. Then comes the delicate step of choosing the aroma. It is necessary to achieve the perfect harmony between the coffee and the natural aroma, so that the roasting stage, that is to say the blending, produces the most delicious result!
The aroma of coffee is released by the vapours and gas after its roasting; this is what determines its taste. A multitude of different aromas are found; that is why the quest for the perfect coffee for our taste buds can prove difficult, hence the importance of being able to recognize them. Thus, the tasting will be even better!
Among the nearly 1000 existing flavors, we find large families:
Woody/burnt aroma:
This is a highly roasted coffee. Its aroma reminds us of wood, especially cedar or burnt food.
Caramelized:
The caramelized coffee is described by its smell of sugar that has been caramelized, but without being burned.
Chocolates:
A chocolate coffee reminds of the smell of chocolate or cocoa, which is slightly more bitter.
Epics:
The spicy aroma is reminiscent of the smell of cinnamon or cloves, as well as spices like curry.
Flore:
The floral aroma evokes scents of freshness, such as notes of jasmine or lavender.
Fruity:
This aroma describes a coffee with fruity notes, especially of berries and lemon, which are more commonly used.
Nuts:
Here you will find exclusively cafés with the smells of fresh nuts.
Vegetable:
These plant flavors combine the smell of green grass, lawn, or aromatic herbs.
At Cinquième Sens, our experts can guide you through the many and varied training courses to recognize, analyze, and master all these aromatic subtleties. The world of perfumes will no longer be a mystery to you!
