What is the taste of fat called? The scientific explanation of Oleogustus
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In 2015, researchers at Purdue University proposed that fat should be considered the sixth basic taste, naming it 'oleogustus'. This discovery provides a long-awaited scientific answer to the question, "What is the taste of fat called?" and distinguishes the unique flavor of fatty acids from the familiar sensation of creaminess or richness.
