Tastes and Smells: English Vocabulary List

pleasing or agreeable to the sense of taste

"The soup is savory."

"The savory aroma of the roasting chicken filled the entire house and made everyone's mouths water as they waited impatiently for dinner to be served."

having a flavor that is not sharp or overpowering

"This is mild."

"He finds very spicy food unpleasant, so he always orders the mild version of the curry."

coated with sugar to enhance the sweetness

"The nuts are candied."

"The baker sold candied nuts at the holiday market and the sweet crunchy treats were very popular with customers who walked by his stall."

(of food) having a rich, sweet, and appealing flavor

"The fruit is luscious."

"The luscious chocolate cake was covered in rich buttercream frosting and everyone at the birthday party asked for a second slice because it was so delicious."

having a taste or aroma reminiscent of nuts, often rich, earthy, and slightly sweet

"The cheese is nutty."

"The cheese is nutty and has a flavor similar to almonds or hazelnuts."

tasting like ginger

"The cookie is gingery."

"The gingery cookie had a warm spicy taste and it was perfect with a cup of hot tea on a cold winter afternoon."