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aromatized

Aromatized is an adjective and the past participle of the verb aromatize. It describes something that has been infused with aroma or flavor, or, in a chemical context, that has acquired aromatic character or a defined aromatic ring system. The term derives from aromatize, meaning to impart aroma or to convert a substance into an aromatic form. In British English, aromatised is a common variant.

In culinary and beverage contexts, aromatized denotes foods or drinks flavored with aromatic compounds such as

In chemistry, aromatization refers to chemical transformations that create or enhance aromaticity, typically through the formation

In perfumery and cosmetics, formulations may be described as aromatized when they have been infused with fragrance

See also: aromatization, aromatic compound, vermouth, fortified wine, flavoring.

herbs,
spices,
essential
oils,
or
botanical
blends.
Aromatized
wines
are
a
notable
category,
where
fortified
wine
is
infused
with
botanicals
to
impart
aroma
and
flavor;
vermouth
is
the
quintessential
example,
produced
in
dry,
sweet,
and
other
styles
and
used
as
a
cocktail
component.
of
an
aromatic
ring
system.
A
compound
may
be
described
as
aromatized
if
it
has
undergone
a
reaction
that
yields
an
aromatic
structure,
such
as
the
conversion
of
a
cyclic
diene
to
benzene
or
related
systems.
The
term
is
used
in
discussions
of
reaction
mechanisms,
synthesis
strategies,
and
structural
analysis.
compounds
or
essential
oils
to
achieve
a
characteristic
scent
profile.