Spicy Flavour: The Hot, Pungent Taste

Spicy flavours are hot, pungent, and often associated with peppers, chili, or spices like black pepper and mustard. These flavours provide a warming sensation and can trigger a physical reaction, such as sweating.

Where the Flavour is on Your Tongue: Spicy flavours are generally felt on the front and back of the tongue, where heat is perceived most strongly.

Taste Experience: The spicy flavour feels hot and intense, providing a burning or tingling sensation that lingers after tasting.

Interesting Fact: Spicy flavours contain capsaicin, a compound that triggers pain receptors in the mouth, creating the sensation of heat.