I’ll never forget the first time a barista described my latte as having “notes of caramel with a bright, citrusy finish.” I nodded politely, pretending I knew exactly what she meant, but inside I was completely lost. What even is a flavor profile? Fast forward a few years, and understanding flavor profiles has completely changed how I experience everything I drink, from my morning coffee to weekend craft drinks with friends.
A flavor profile is simply the complete …
