http://condimentjunkie.co.uk/blog/2015/4/27/bittersweet-symphony
> In association with Oxford university and the Fat Duck restaurant, we undertook a research project that provided the first empirical proof that flavour perception can be modulated - in this case making something taste bitter, and then taste sweet - purely by sound. > > Understanding these frequencies enables us to embed sweet or bitter characteristics to background soundscapes, music, advertising, online UI audio, even products and packaging. > > The sounds below were created for the study. To experience them properly, put headphones on and get something to eat or drink that has sweet and bitter notes. We find it works well with a cup of coffee. Changing between the two sounds as you taste, you should notice a difference in the balance of flavour, and possibly where the sensation of taste is located in the mouth.
Anyone notice anything from this?
This is neat, don't get me wrong. However...
This sounds like something those dumbass wine connoisseurs would do.
Sommeliers? Those guys that make six figures and are globally recognized?
Haha! I don't know, the Cicerone program is the same but for beer and their highest test makes you identify individual off flavors in blind taste tests and identify the exact source ie oxidation, bacterial infection etc. The test cost is $900 and you have to get two other certifications before that one. I know it absolutely helps getting a job in a beer centered job here in Colorado.
Seems like certified juice testers are the next in the series.
How many times have we listened to something while eating? We've all done it and can draw a conclusion. Reality won't change because of some click bait article. But if you believe that then to each there own.
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I tried it while sipping a rye ale. I definitely noticed a difference. I repeated the test a couple of times. The first sound made the beer less bitter, and almost flat, taking away some of the sharpness. The second increased the sharpness. I didn't really feel like either one made it taste sweeter, though.