World Taste Award - Blog #GOLDWorld Taste Award - Blog #GOLDhttps://www.worldtasteaward.com/blog/tag/goldSun, 29 Mar 2026 21:50:45 +1100http://zoho.com/sites/<![CDATA[TOTALLY RAWESOME HEALTH - ACTIVATED SHROOM TURMERIC PASTE - SHROOM]]>https://www.worldtasteaward.com/blog/post/Activated-Shroom-Turmeric-Paste-Shroom1
Overall score
88/100
Award issued
GOLD
Product brand
Totally Rawesome Health
Product type
Activated Shroom Turmeric Paste
Product flavor
Shroom
                   
Our French sensory collective comments
This product shows promise but would benefit from the additional complexity.
Product description
Powerful, concentrated anti-inflammatory health Turmeric Paste Key ingredients are Certified Organic Turmeric containing 5% curcumin, Lions Mane, Shiitake, Maitake, Resihi, Chaga mushrooms, Peruvian Cacao and Ginko Biloba
Totally Rawesome Health taste description
Turmeric Earthy Cacao Velvety flavour. The turmeric is subtle in flavour however you can taste a underlying earthy cacao taste without the mushrooms being overpowering. More described in taste as a turmeric cacao earthy taste
Our F.L.A.V.O.R results
Aroma and perfume
The aroma is initially dominated by a strong turmeric scent, which transitions into earthy, hay-like notes complemented by hints of maple and woodiness. The overall profile becomes more complex with a spicy undertone as it develops.
88/100
Visual and aesthetics
The paste exhibits a deep, matte finish with a dense texture. Its color is intriguing, featuring a blend of yellow and greyish tones.
80/100
Texture and mouthfeel
The texture is creamy with a slight grit. It has a mildly oily mouthfeel, and you can detect some fiber or particulate matter.
92/100
Taste and flavor
The flavor profile is intriguing. It begins with a fresh, earthy, and slightly sweet note of turmeric. This is quickly followed by a spicy kick, revealing a rich, deep earthiness.
93/100
Aftertaste
The finish is sharp and bitter, featuring prominent notes of horseradish and fresh pepper. There's a distinct metallic undertone that lingers.
72/100
Overall quality
The dish features certified organic ingredients and is well-balanced in flavour.
87/100
]]>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 18:47:40 +1100<![CDATA[LEGACY SPIRIT - MARIE - CLASSIC DRY GIN]]>https://www.worldtasteaward.com/blog/post/Marie-Classic-Dry-Gin
Overall score
88/100
Award issued
GOLD
Product brand
Legacy Spirit
Product type
Marie
Product flavor
Classic Dry Gin
Our French sensory collective comments
This spirit offers a well-balanced profile, ideal for those who appreciate earthy flavours.
Product description
A juniper forward gin with a perky blend of 13 botanicals. Fresh blood orange and ginger produce a signature dryness that's warm on the way down.
Legacy Spirit taste description
Blood orange coming off the top, some signature dry on the tongue and a long warm finish
Our F.L.A.V.O.R results
Aroma and perfume
The aroma presents a strong juniper note, followed by the warmth of clove and spicy ginger. A zesty citrus undertone emerges, complemented by a hint of pepper, possibly Szechuan pepper.
86/100
Visual and aesthetics
The gin presents a bright and clear appearance with a shiny, uniform consistency. Its long legs suggest a high alcohol content and a full-bodied profile.
90/100
Texture and mouthfeel
Silky and smooth texture. Well-rounded flavor profile, neither oily nor syrupy. Balanced on the palate.
92/100
Taste and flavor
The flavour profile presents a strong juniper note, followed by earthy undertones. Floral elements add a delicate balance, while peppery and woody characteristics provide depth. Citrus notes round out the experience, enhancing the overall complexity.
96/100
Aftertaste
The aftertaste notes of aniseed and ginger, with hints of licorice emerging at the finish. These flavors add an intriguing depth to the overall profile.
77/100
Overall quality
The recipe is well-balanced, showcasing the skill of the chef in selecting the ingredients. The final product reflects a thoughtful harmony of flavors.
80/100
]]>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 04:00:58 +1100<![CDATA[GULPENER BIERBROUWERIJ - BATU KOMBUCHA - GINGER AND LEMON]]>https://www.worldtasteaward.com/blog/post/BATU-Kombucha-Ginger-and-Lemon
Overall score
88/100
Award issued
GOLD
Product brand
Gulpener Bierbrouwerij
Product type
BATU Kombucha
Product flavor
Ginger and Lemon
Our French sensory collective comments
A well-balanced and refreshing drink, ideal for ginger enthusiasts. Highly recommended.
Product description
kombucha ginger and lemon
Gulpener Bierbrouwerij taste description
The fresh ginger provides an exciting and sparkling aroma and a nice, slightly spicy aftertaste. A perfect combination with the juice of fresh lemons, whose delicious citrus notes give this kombucha a refreshing acidity
Our F.L.A.V.O.R results
Aroma and perfume
The aroma is light and fresh, reminiscent of ginger beer, with a hint of hay and mint. There’s a subtle sourness that adds depth to the overall scent.
88/100
Visual and aesthetics
The beverage presents a bright and vivid appearance, characterized by a glossy and sparkling finish. It has a pleasing opacity, but the carbonation is minimal, suggesting a low natural effervescence.
90/100
Texture and mouthfeel
The texture is silky and smooth, with a very light fizz. The mouthfeel is slightly rounded, reminiscent of syrup.
92/100
Taste and flavor
The flavour profile is floral and gingery with a pronounced vinegar note. It offers a well-balanced taste that is refreshing, highlighted by the floral and ginger elements, culminating in a citrusy finish.
86/100
Aftertaste
The flavour profile is dominated by citrusy and zesty notes. The aftertaste features a strong presence of fresh ginger and stevia.
82/100
Overall quality
This bottle features organic ingredients and expert craftsmanship, offering a refreshing experience for both body and mind.
87/100
]]>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 03:59:16 +1100<![CDATA[ILONKA FOOD - LAMB SHANK - ROSEMARY JUS]]>https://www.worldtasteaward.com/blog/post/Lamb-Shank-Rosemary-Jus
Overall score
87/100
Award issued
GOLD
Product brand
Ilonka Food
Product type
Lamb Shank
Product flavor
Rosemary Jus
Our French sensory collective comments
The recipe is well-balanced overall, but improving the stock for the sauce base would enhance the dish significantly.
Product description
Sous Vide lamb shank slow cooked in a rosemary jus
Ilonka Food taste description
Aromatic, hearty and sticky with a sweet and salty rosemary flavour
Our F.L.A.V.O.R results
Aroma and perfume
The aroma profile features a blend of almond and coffee, complemented by the herbal notes of rosemary.
86/100
Visual and aesthetics
The dish features a deep amber color, with a glossy and thick texture. The slow-cooked lamb shank is perfectly tender, leaving a clean bone and is accompanied by an appetizing jus.
85/100
Texture and mouthfeel
The dish has a gooey, soft, and juicy quality. However, the texture is slightly compromised by a hint of dryness, likely due to the reheating process.
88/100
Taste and flavor
The flavour profile is slightly bitter and buttery. The caramelization adds depth, complemented by a pronounced meaty profile. Overall, the taste is well-balanced, highlighted by a robust rosemary note that enhances the caramelized elements.
90/100
Aftertaste
The flavours maple rosemary and molasses are present, but they lack depth and complexity. The taste is consistent with previous experiences, offering no surprises or new elements.
90/100
Overall quality
The lamb was well-prepared, but the jus lacked authenticity, suggesting it may be made from a commercial stock powder rather than crafted in-house.
73/100
]]>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 03:48:40 +1100<![CDATA[ARTISTI CAFFE - COFFEE - MAGNUM VERUM]]>https://www.worldtasteaward.com/blog/post/Coffee-Magnum-Verum
Overall score
88/100
Award issued
GOLD
Product brand
Artisti Caffe
Product type
Coffee
Product flavor
Magnum Verum
                
Our French sensory collective comments
The coffee’s balanced flavors, aroma, and texture showcase its high quality, reflecting careful bean selection and roasting. It’s a premium espresso experience that delivers on all sensory fronts.
Product description
A COFFEE 100% ARABICA WITH MECHANICAL AND MANUAL CROP, MEDIUM BODY MEDIUM HIGH ACIDITY
ARTISTI CAFFE taste description
CARAMEL,MALT,DRIED FRUIT SENSOR WITH HAZELNUT,CARAMEL AND CHOCOLATE FLAVOUR
Our F.L.A.V.O.R results
Aroma and perfume
The aroma is a complex interplay of earthy, nutty, and sweet elements. Upon grinding the beans, the fragrance is immediate and inviting, warm caramel, subtle malt, and dried fruits dominate, with undertones of hazelnut and chocolate emerging as it brews.
86/100
Visual and aesthetics
The first impression of Artisti begins with its deep, rich, and robust appearance. The espresso presents a smooth, dark brown crema with a slightly reddish hue, indicating the high-quality roast. The beans themselves are glossy, with a uniform sheen, signaling an ideal roast.
94/100
Texture and mouthfeel
On the palate, the mouthfeel is medium-bodied with a velvety texture. The espresso has a creamy smoothness that coats the tongue without being overly heavy or syrupy.
86/100
Taste and flavor
Flavor-wise, this espresso delivers on its aromatic promises. The first taste is a blend of caramelized sweetness and mild acidity, giving way to a smooth, nutty profile reminiscent of hazelnut and chocolate. The balance between the acidity and sweetness is finely tuned, with no one flavor overpowering the other.
85/100
Aftertaste
The aftertaste lingers with notes of bitter cocoa and hazelnut, offering a pleasant, slightly dry finish. Subtle hints of nutty dried fruit remain
87/100
Overall quality
The coffee’s balanced flavors, aroma, and texture showcase its high quality, reflecting careful bean selection and roasting. It’s a premium espresso experience that delivers on all sensory fronts.
90/100
]]>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 03:43:21 +1100<![CDATA[MISTER CAFFE - ROASTED COFFEE - TOP CREAM]]>https://www.worldtasteaward.com/blog/post/Roasted-coffee-Top-Cream
Overall score
88/100
Award issued
GOLD
Product brand
Mister Caffe
Product type
Roasted coffee
Product flavor
Top Cream
                
Our French sensory collective comments
Brew this coffee with an espresso machine or moka pot to fully unlock its flavors.
Product description
Coffee blend composed of coffees from Brazil, Guatemala, Colombia and Ethiopia. Each coffee was individually roasted and then blended.
Mister Caffe taste description
The perceived notes in the cup are of caramel, milk chocolate and gianduia.
Our F.L.A.V.O.R results
Aroma and perfume
The aroma is rich and enveloping, featuring deep, roasted notes reminiscent of artisanal coffee houses. It has an earthy, woody quality with a subtle sweetness, hinting at caramelized sugar.
86/100
Visual and aesthetics
The ground coffee boasts a deep, velvety brown colour, indicative of meticulous roasting. The hue suggests a well-balanced roast that is full-bodied without being overdone.
80/100
Texture and mouthfeel
The brewed coffee offers a velvety mouthfeel that envelops the palate with every sip. Its body is rich and dense, providing a consistently smooth experience.
88/100
Taste and flavor
The initial sip presents a bold, intense flavour with a pronounced roasted character. The bitterness is well-balanced by a nuanced sweetness, likely derived from caramelization noted in the aroma. Subtle hints of chocolate enhance the overall profile.
90/100
Aftertaste
Richly buttery and caramelized, the finish is long and satisfying, marked by a lingering richness that gradually transitions into a gentle sweetness. There’s no harsh bitterness; instead, the aftertaste offers warmth and comfort.
90/100
Overall quality
This coffee proudly showcases its premium quality. The meticulous selection of beans and the traditional roasting process elevate its flavor profile.
87/100
]]>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 03:28:27 +1100<![CDATA[ILONKA FOOD - BEEF CHEEKS - RED WINE JUS]]>https://www.worldtasteaward.com/blog/post/Beef-Cheeks-Red-Wine-Jus
Overall score
88/100
Award issued
GOLD
Product brand
Ilonka Food
Product type
Beef Cheeks
Product flavor
Red Wine Jus
                
Our French sensory collective comments
This product is delightful and reheats effortlessly, making it an excellent choice for impressing friends and family. It's also suitable for catering and hospitality as a wholesale option.
Product description
Tender Sous Vide beef cheek slow cooked in a rosemary jus
Ilonka Food taste description
Rich, robust and beefy with a sticky sweet and salty red wine flavour
Our F.L.A.V.O.R results
Aroma and perfume
The wine presents a balsamic aroma with fruity notes and a hint of malt. The scent is dominated by berries, complemented by a subtle caramelized undertone.
94/100
Visual and aesthetics
The dish presents a deep amber color with a glossy, dense appearance. The meat is well-shaped and has the ideal texture, complemented by a sauce that boasts a rich hue of deep burgundy and brown.
90/100
Texture and mouthfeel
The beef cheek is cooked to perfection—gooey, soft, and tender. It offers a juicy texture that enhances the overall dining experience.
92/100
Taste and flavor
The slow-cooked meat in the vine jus is well-balanced, exhibiting a creamy, earthy richness with a hint of sourness. However, it could benefit from a touch more pepper to elevate the flavor. Additionally, reducing the use of umami enhancers would help prevent any unwelcome bitterness.
84/100
Aftertaste
The flavor profile is earthy and fatty, complemented by a pleasant sweetness. The aftertaste is enjoyable, transitioning smoothly into a more pronounced sweetness that enhances the overall experience.
82/100
Overall quality
The product is of good quality, but the use of MSG should be reconsidered.
87/100
]]>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 03:25:43 +1100<![CDATA[WELL PRESERVED LTD - CHOCOLATE SPREAD - HAZELNUT]]>https://www.worldtasteaward.com/blog/post/Chocolate-Spread-Hazelnut
Overall score
88/100
Award issued
GOLD
Product brand
Well Preserved Ltd
Product type
Chocolate Spread
Product flavor
Hazelnut
               
Our French sensory collective comments
The chocolate flavour is overshadowed by the prominent hazelnut notes. Additionally, there is a risk of the hazelnuts turning slightly rancid if storage conditions are not optimal.
Product description
Our delicious hazelnut spread is chocolate bliss! Loaded with hazelnuts, less sugar*, and a dash of sass - this delightful spread is Nut***’s cool cousin. It's a chocolate spread as it should be, made with nuts and real chocolate only. No oils, no palm oil, no added sugar - but more nuts and more real chocolate. Life is too short for bland spreads. Indulge smarter, spread happier! * 70% less sugar compared to the market leading chocolate spread.
Well Preserved Ltd taste description
I am nuts - and chocolate. Nutty-er. Chocolaty-er. Simply yummy-er. Intense nut and chocolate flavours coming through, with an indulgent creaminess and pleasant mouthfeel.
Our F.L.A.V.O.R results
Aroma and perfume
Features prominent notes of almond and malt, complemented by a toasted undertone. Hazelnut is detectable, along with a hint of roasted nut. However, chocolate is absent from the aroma.
86/100
Visual and aesthetics
The appearance is amber and creamy, with a brownish, opaque hue. The texture is matte, dense, and thick, resembling a paste with a substantial consistency at room temperature (approximately 20°C).
80/100
Texture and mouthfeel
The texture is creamy and soft, with a pleasing balance. It’s not entirely smooth, allowing for subtle hints of hazelnut fibers to come through.
96/100
Taste and flavor
The product features a pronounced hazelnut flavour, delivering a creamy and earthy profile with malty undertones. While the chocolate is present, it takes a backseat, emerging subtly and somewhat late in the tasting experience.
89/100
Aftertaste
Primarily dominated by a lingering taste of roasted hazelnuts.
85/100
Overall quality
The ingredient quality is excellent, delivering a natural taste without any artificial flavours.
80/100
]]>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 03:13:41 +1100<![CDATA[GULPENER BIERBROUWERIJ - BATU KOMBUCHA - MINT AND LIME]]>https://www.worldtasteaward.com/blog/post/BATU-Kombucha-Mint-Lime
Overall score
89/100
Award issued
GOLD
Product brand
Gulpener Bierbrouwerij
Product type
BATU Kombucha
Product flavor
Mint
              
Our French sensory collective comments
This product is refreshing and enjoyable, making it a guilt-free choice for any summer occasion or any time of day.
Product description
lime & mint kombucha
Gulpener Bierbrouwerij taste description
The combination of fresh mint with the citrus flavor of the fresh lime provides extra refreshment. An ultimate thirst quencher that will take you to a tropical island!
Our F.L.A.V.O.R results
Aroma and perfume
The aroma is grassy and herbaceous with a zesty edge. It carries a unique, almost medicinal quality, complemented by a fresh herbal fragrance.
84/100
Visual and aesthetics
Appearance: Bright amber with a sparkling, homogeneous quality. The slight opacity adds an artisanal, unfiltered touch, complemented by fine bubbles that provide a light fizz.
95/100
Texture and mouthfeel
The texture is smooth and soft. The carbonation is light and perfectly balanced, creating a well-rounded drinking experience.
96/100
Taste and flavor
The drink presents a vibrant blend of citrus, earthy undertones, and grassy notes, with a hint of saline. There's a distinct umami quality that adds depth, while the savory elements harmonize beautifully with the citrus and mint. Overall, it results in a refreshingly enjoyable beverage.
89/100
Aftertaste
The drink presents a prominent acidity with a distinct aniseed flavor. The aftertaste features a herbaceous note reminiscent of medicinal or sacred plants, suggesting a complex and intriguing blend.
85/100
Overall quality
The kombucha is made with high-quality ingredients and craftsmanship.
93/100
]]>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 03:12:03 +1100<![CDATA[BLACK GARLIC AND CO - AGED BLACK GARLIC CHERRY PASTE]]>https://www.worldtasteaward.com/blog/post/Black-Garlic-and-Co-Aged-Black-Garlic-Cherry-Paste
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
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