herkkyystarkastelujen
Herkkyystarkastelujen, literally translated from Finnish as “sensory assessments” or “taste examinations,” refer to systematic evaluations of products—most commonly food and beverage items—based on human sensory perception. The practice originated in the early twentieth century as an extension of sensory science, aiming to quantify subjective experiences such as flavor, aroma, texture, and appearance.
A typical herkkyystarkastelu employs a panel of trained or semi-trained assessors who are instructed to identify
In the food industry, herkkyystarkastelujen are integral to product development, quality control, and consumer preference studies.
Although the term is most prevalent in Finland, the underlying principles of sensory evaluation are globally