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This Sunday, 7th July, marks World Chocolate Day! In our book, it’s a no-brainer to celebrate the occasion. First, grab a bar of your favourite chocolatey treat. Then, find a cosy spot, settle down and indulge in both taste and knowledge. Did you know that the aroma of chocolate plays a crucial role in its appeal? Enjoy these interesting facts about the connection between chocolate and its scent.

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THE CONNECTION BETWEEN CHOCOLATE AND SCENT

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][ultimate_info_table design_style=”design03″ color_scheme=”custom” color_bg_main=”#514f9d” color_bg_highlight=”#514f9d” package_heading=”Scent Psychology” package_sub_heading=”Smell is closely linked with emotions and memories. The scent of chocolate is a mood enhancer, associated with pleasure and reward. ” heading_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:900″ features_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:300″ css_info_tables=”.vc_custom_1720010551585{margin-top: 10px !important;margin-right: 10px !important;margin-bottom: 10px !important;margin-left: 10px !important;}” subheading_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:700″ heading_font_style=”font-weight:900;” heading_line_height=”desktop:20px;” subheading_font_style=”font-weight:700;” subheading_line_height=”desktop:15px;” features_font_style=”font-weight:300;” features_line_height=”desktop:8px;”][/ultimate_info_table][ultimate_info_table design_style=”design03″ color_scheme=”custom” color_bg_main=”#514f9d” color_bg_highlight=”#514f9d” package_heading=”Fermentation” package_sub_heading=”During the fermentation process, aromatic compounds are released. They contribute to the overall chocolate scent.” heading_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:900″ features_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:300″ css_info_tables=”.vc_custom_1720011385725{margin-top: 10px !important;margin-right: 10px !important;margin-bottom: 10px !important;margin-left: 10px !important;}” subheading_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:700″ heading_font_style=”font-weight:900;” heading_line_height=”desktop:20px;” subheading_font_style=”font-weight:700;” subheading_line_height=”desktop:15px;” features_font_style=”font-weight:300;” features_line_height=”desktop:8px;”][/ultimate_info_table][ultimate_info_table design_style=”design03″ color_scheme=”custom” color_bg_main=”#514f9d” color_bg_highlight=”#514f9d” package_heading=”Complex Aroma Profile” package_sub_heading=”The smell of chocolate is made up of more than 600 volatile compounds (VOCs). For example, pyrazines give a nutty scent, while aldehydes add sweet, floral notes.” heading_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:900″ features_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:300″ css_info_tables=”.vc_custom_1719484290071{margin-top: 10px !important;margin-right: 10px !important;margin-bottom: 10px !important;margin-left: 10px !important;}” subheading_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:700″ heading_font_style=”font-weight:900;” heading_line_height=”desktop:20px;” subheading_font_style=”font-weight:700;” subheading_line_height=”desktop:15px;” features_font_style=”font-weight:300;” features_line_height=”desktop:8px;”][/ultimate_info_table][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][ultimate_info_table design_style=”design03″ color_scheme=”custom” color_bg_main=”#514f9d” color_bg_highlight=”#514f9d” package_heading=”Chocolate in Aromatherapy” package_sub_heading=”Chocolate is sometimes used in aromatherapy products due to its mood-enhancing scent. For example, candles and lotions.” heading_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:900″ features_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:300″ css_info_tables=”.vc_custom_1720011428466{margin-top: 10px !important;margin-right: 10px !important;margin-bottom: 10px !important;margin-left: 10px !important;}” subheading_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:700″ heading_font_style=”font-weight:900;” heading_line_height=”desktop:20px;” subheading_font_style=”font-weight:700;” subheading_line_height=”desktop:15px;” features_font_style=”font-weight:300;” features_line_height=”desktop:8px;”][/ultimate_info_table][ultimate_info_table design_style=”design03″ color_scheme=”custom” color_bg_main=”#514f9d” color_bg_highlight=”#514f9d” package_heading=”Complementary Aroma Profiles” package_sub_heading=”Pairing chocolate with other foods, such as wine or coffee, can enhance the tasting experience. ” heading_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:900″ features_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:300″ css_info_tables=”.vc_custom_1720010969046{margin-top: 10px !important;margin-right: 10px !important;margin-bottom: 10px !important;margin-left: 10px !important;}” subheading_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:700″ heading_font_style=”font-weight:900;” heading_line_height=”desktop:20px;” subheading_font_style=”font-weight:700;” subheading_line_height=”desktop:15px;” features_font_style=”font-weight:300;” features_line_height=”desktop:8px;”][/ultimate_info_table][ultimate_info_table design_style=”design03″ color_scheme=”custom” color_bg_main=”#514f9d” color_bg_highlight=”#514f9d” package_heading=”Different Scents” package_sub_heading=”Just as the taste of chocolate differs, so does the scent. Dark chocolate smells rich and intense, milk chocolate is sweet and creamy, and white chocolate is vanilla and milky.” heading_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:900″ features_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:300″ css_info_tables=”.vc_custom_1720011223516{margin-top: 10px !important;margin-right: 10px !important;margin-bottom: 10px !important;margin-left: 10px !important;}” subheading_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:700″ heading_font_style=”font-weight:900;” heading_line_height=”desktop:20px;” subheading_font_style=”font-weight:700;” subheading_line_height=”desktop:15px;” features_font_style=”font-weight:300;” features_line_height=”desktop:8px;”][/ultimate_info_table][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][ultimate_info_table design_style=”design03″ color_scheme=”custom” color_bg_main=”#514f9d” color_bg_highlight=”#514f9d” package_heading=”Sensory Evaluation” package_sub_heading=”Professional chocolate tasters assess the aroma of chocolate during production to achieve the highest quality.” heading_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:900″ features_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:300″ css_info_tables=”.vc_custom_1720010489164{margin-top: 10px !important;margin-right: 10px !important;margin-bottom: 10px !important;margin-left: 10px !important;}” subheading_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:700″ heading_font_style=”font-weight:900;” heading_line_height=”desktop:20px;” subheading_font_style=”font-weight:700;” subheading_line_height=”desktop:15px;” features_font_style=”font-weight:300;” features_line_height=”desktop:8px;”][/ultimate_info_table][ultimate_info_table design_style=”design03″ color_scheme=”custom” color_bg_main=”#514f9d” color_bg_highlight=”#514f9d” package_heading=”Artificial Chocolate Scent” package_sub_heading=”Some products use synthetic chocolate fragrances. However, it’s difficult to match the authentic smell of real chocolate. ” heading_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:900″ features_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:300″ css_info_tables=”.vc_custom_1720011679666{margin-top: 10px !important;margin-right: 10px !important;margin-bottom: 10px !important;margin-left: 10px !important;}” subheading_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:700″ heading_font_style=”font-weight:900;” heading_line_height=”desktop:20px;” subheading_font_style=”font-weight:700;” subheading_line_height=”desktop:15px;” features_font_style=”font-weight:300;” features_line_height=”desktop:8px;”][/ultimate_info_table][ultimate_info_table design_style=”design03″ color_scheme=”custom” color_bg_main=”#514f9d” color_bg_highlight=”#514f9d” package_heading=”Roasting Cocoa Beans” package_sub_heading=”Roasting cocoa beans produces complex flavours and aromas. It’s known as the Maillard reaction and produces caramel, nutted and roasted scents. ” heading_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:900″ features_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:300″ css_info_tables=”.vc_custom_1719490965912{margin-top: 10px !important;margin-right: 10px !important;margin-bottom: 10px !important;margin-left: 10px !important;}” subheading_font_family=”font_family:Lato|font_call:Lato|variant:700″ heading_font_style=”font-weight:900;” heading_line_height=”desktop:20px;” subheading_font_style=”font-weight:700;” subheading_line_height=”desktop:15px;” features_font_style=”font-weight:300;” features_line_height=”desktop:8px;”][/ultimate_info_table][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_separator][vc_column_text]

ASK AN ODOUR EXPERT

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At Silsoe Odours, we’re the experts in odour. We don’t normally venture into chocolate (although not completely unheard of). However, we are incredibly well-versed in all kinds of different industries. If you have an odour challenge or query, please get in touch. You can reach us on 01525 860222, info@silsoeodours.co.uk and on our website. Or, you can follow us on social media. You’ll find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook.

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