Principles of Taste What, then, is the true subject of taste? Is it the mouth? It is not. The true subject of taste is the brain. The mouth merely serves as a conduit for information. More precisely, the tongue—together with the diverse taste sensors embedded within it—perceives external stimuli and relays the information to the […]
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The Principles of Sensation: Understanding the Science Behind How We Experience Coffee This essay offers an opportunity to understand—scientifically and systematically—the sensory principles behind what we experience when drinking coffee: taste, smell, and touch. A scientific understanding of sensation helps us comprehend how we perceive flavor. Why do we perceive sweetness in coffee? When does
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