dégustons

Dégustons is a French verb form meaning “let’s taste” or “we taste,” formed from the verb déguster (to taste). It uses the first-person plural present form nous dégustons and is often employed in an exhortative sense to invite a group to sample food or drink. In everyday usage, déguster describes the act of evaluating flavors, while dégustation refers to a tasting event or session.

In culinary and hospitality contexts, déguster and its forms are commonly found in menus, promotional materials, and event slogans to encourage customers to sample products such as wines, cheeses, chocolates, or regional specialties. Dégustons, in particular, is frequently used as a slogan or heading to convey an inclusive invitation to participate in a tasting experience, whether at a restaurant, wine shop, market, or festival.

Culturally, the concept of tasting is central to French gastronomy, where attention to aroma, texture, and balance is emphasized. Dégustation is the noun form that denotes a structured or deliberate tasting, often involving several courses or products. While déguster and dégustation are standard terms in culinary language, dégustons functions primarily as an invitation or promotional phrase rather than a standalone noun. Related terms include dégustation, dégustateur (the taster), and the broader concept of gastronomie.