The Aroma-Active Compounds of Teas
A special issue of Beverages (ISSN 2306-5710). This special issue belongs to the section "Tea, Coffee, Water, and Other Non-Alcoholic Beverages".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 5 November 2025 | Viewed by 64
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Dear Colleagues,
Tea, a globally cherished beverage, owes much of its sensory appeal to its diverse aroma-active compounds, which play a crucial role in defining quality, preference, and sensory experience. This Special Issue of Beverages will explore the diverse and complex world of aroma-active compounds in teas, covering aspects such as their chemical composition, biosynthesis, sensory impact, and analytical techniques.
Key topics include (but are not limited to) the following:
- The identification and quantification of key volatile compounds in different tea varieties (green, black, oolong, white, and herbal teas);
- The influence of cultivation on the development of volatile compounds;
- The influence of processing methods (fermentation, drying, or roasting) on aroma formation;
- Analytical techniques (such as GC-MS, GC-O, and sensory analysis) used for studying tea volatiles;
- The role of precursors, enzymes, and microbial interactions in aroma development;
- Effects of storage, aging, and environmental factors on tea aroma stability;
- Consumer perception and cultural appreciation of tea aroma.
For this Special Issue, we welcome original research, reviews, and case studies that enhance our understanding of the chemistry and sensory science behind tea aroma. Contributions from multidisciplinary fields, such as food chemistry, sensory analysis, and plant sciences are also highly encouraged. By offering a comprehensive view of tea's aromatic essence, this Special Issue will deepen our understanding of tea aroma and foster innovation in the production and enjoyment of teas worldwide.
Dr. Maria João Cebola
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- tea aroma
- aroma-active compounds
- volatile compounds
- processing method
- biosynthesis of aroma compounds
- aging and storage effects
- consumer perception of tea aroma
- flavor chemistry
- analytical techniques
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