Sensory Analysis Tests

Question 1

Preference Tests

Answer 1

Which product is preferred
Paired preference
Hedonic ranking test- samples ranked on a 5/7/9 point verbal or facial scale

Question 2

Difference tests

Answer 2

Determine small differences between sample products
Simple paired test- two samples, same or different
Paired comparison test
Triangle test- three samples, two are the same

Question 3

Grading or quality tests

Answer 3

Used to rank flavour, texture, odour and aftertaste
Ranking tests- determine order of a choice of foods, hedonic rating or a particular characteristic
Rating tests- Determines how much a person likes a food