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Subelement P4

FLAVOR SCIENCE

Section P4C

Taste evaluation and pairing

Which of the following typically pairs best with the saltiness of ham?

  • Salty crackers
  • Correct Answer
    Sweet glazes or fruits
  • Bitter greens only
  • Sour pickles only
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What wine characteristic generally pairs well with salty, dry-cured ham?

  • High tannins
  • Strong oak flavor
  • Correct Answer
    Acidity and fruitiness
  • High alcohol content
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Which bread is traditionally served with jamón ibérico in Spanish cuisine?

  • Correct Answer
    Pan con tomate (bread rubbed with tomato)
  • Rye bread
  • Sourdough
  • Brioche
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In a formal ham tasting, what order should samples typically be presented?

  • Randomly selected order
  • From richest to mildest flavor
  • By country of origin
  • Correct Answer
    From mildest to strongest flavor intensity
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What sensory evaluation technique helps assess the aroma of ham?

  • Tasting first, then smelling
  • Correct Answer
    Short sniffs rather than deep inhalations
  • Inhaling through the mouth only
  • Smelling the ham while it's cold
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What texture characteristic is prized in high-quality aged ham?

  • Firm and rubbery
  • Soft and mushy
  • Correct Answer
    Tender with slight resistance
  • Completely dry and hard
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Which part of the tongue is most responsive to the umami flavor compounds in aged ham?

  • Correct Answer
    The entire tongue
  • The tip only
  • The sides only
  • The back only
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What palate cleanser is typically recommended between ham samples during a formal tasting?

  • Strong coffee
  • Sparkling water with lemon
  • Sorbet
  • Correct Answer
    Plain bread or unsalted crackers with water
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