Wine and Alcohol Products: Volatile Compounds and Sensory Properties
A special issue of Foods (ISSN 2304-8158). This special issue belongs to the section "Drinks and Liquid Nutrition".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 12 December 2025 | Viewed by 59
Special Issue Editor
Interests: development and utilization of microbial resources; modern brewing and fermented foods; flavor analysis of fermented products
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The sensory appeal of wine and alcohol products is largely driven by volatile compounds, which contribute to their aroma, flavor, and overall consumer experience. However, the complex interactions between these compounds and sensory properties, as well as the factors influencing their formation, remain areas requiring deeper exploration. This Special Issue of Foods aims to address these challenges by showcasing innovative research on the chemistry and sensory science of alcoholic beverages. We invite submissions that focus on the identification and characterization of volatile compounds, their biosynthetic pathways, the impact of production techniques, and their role in sensory perception. Studies employing advanced analytical methods, deletion and recombination experiments, interaction of aroma substances, sensory evaluation, or interdisciplinary approaches are particularly encouraged. Submissions must align with the journal’s guidelines and provide novel insights into the field.
Prof. Dr. Liping Du
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- volatile compounds
- sensory properties
- wine, alcoholic beverages
- aroma
- flavor chemistry
- fermentation
- aging
- consumer perception
- analytical techniques
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