Overall score
83/100
Award issued
GOLD
Product brand
Black Garlic and Co
Product type
Aged Black Garlic Cherry Paste
Product flavor
Cherry
Our French sensory collective comments
This product shines on a cheese board but is slightly hindered by an overpowering sweetness that overshadows other flavors. We recommend reducing the sugar content and increasing the black garlic for a more balanced profile, as the French palate tends to be sensitive to excessive sweetness.
Product description
Our Aged Black Garlic Cherry Paste consists of Margaret River region cherries blended with our award-winning black garlic infused with balsamic vinegar.
Black Garlic and Co taste description
A blend of cherry and black garlic with a hint of balsamic.
Our F.L.A.V.O.R results
Aroma and perfume
The aroma presents a blend of cherry and raspberry notes, complemented by a floral undertone. The tartness of the vinegar is prominent, balanced by a hint of molasses sweetness.
84/100
Visual and aesthetics
The appearance is bright and deep with a glossy, homogeneous finish. The texture reveals the presence of crystallized sugar, and in daylight, a subtle red hue enhances the deep caramel color.
85/100
Texture and mouthfeel
The texture is creamy with a gritty finish, leaving residual fiber and crystallized sugar on the tongue.
96/100
Taste and flavor
The flavour profile showcases a strong combination of caramelized notes, fruity undertones, and a gamey essence. The distinct flavours of balsamic and cherry stand out, complemented by hints of liquorice, though not derived from black garlic. However, the sweetness of the product is overpowering and could benefit from a more balanced approach.
70/100
Aftertaste
The dominant flavors are fruity, gamey, and maple, with a noticeable sourness. The aftertaste is primarily characterized by a pronounced cherry note, which lingers after the initial vinegar and sugar flavors.
90/100
Overall quality
The product exhibits artisanal craftsmanship and is made from high-quality ingredients.
87/100