AWWA JAW18760 Journal AWWA - Flavor Profile Analysis: Taste and Odor Control of the Future

Journal Article by American Water Works Association, 03/01/1986

Bartels, Jeroen H.M.;Burlingame, Gary A.;Suffet, I.H. (Mel)

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A standard method is needed in the drinking water industry to describe the actual flavor and aroma of a water sample in a qualitative and reproducible way, and to provide a quantitative estimate of the intensities of organoleptic (taste and odor) sensations. The method should be applicable for use in all water utilities over a wide range of problems, and each water utility should be able to train its personnel to use such a method without difficulties. This paper discusses the flavor profile method, a method that could be developed into a standard method for sensory analysis of drinking water. Topics covered include: selecting and training flavor profile analysis (FPA) panelists, FPA methodology for the evaluation of drinking water, and goals for standardizing the FPA method. Includes 51 references, tables.

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Edition: Vol. 78 - No. 3 Published: 03/01/1986 Number of Pages: 6 File Size: 1 file , 1.5 MB