Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 6-7) - Tastes and Smells

pleasing or agreeable to the sense of taste

having a sharp, refreshing taste with a slight sourness or acidity

having a strong, sharp smell or taste that can be overpowering and somewhat unpleasant

(of food) having a sharp, strong, and refreshing taste

having a flavor that is not sharp or overpowering

having a sweet, fresh, or juicy taste or smell associated with various types of fruits

having a sweet taste, often resembling or containing sugar

having the sweet and rich taste or qualities of honey

having an overly sweet flavor

coated with sugar to enhance the sweetness

enhanced with sweetness

(of food) having a rich, sweet, and appealing flavor

having a taste or aroma that is sour, tart, or like vinegar

having a mild spicy taste like a black pepper

having an unpleasant and sharp smell or taste, especially causing a burning sensation

having a taste or smell that is reminiscent of citrus fruits, like lemons, oranges, or limes

having a taste or aroma reminiscent of nuts, often rich, earthy, and slightly sweet

(of food) flavored with spices, herbs, or other ingredients to improve its taste and smell

lacking flavor or an interesting taste

having a pleasant or sweet-smelling aroma

having a delightful aroma

infused or treated with a fragrance, typically through the application of a scented substance like perfume, to impart a pleasant smell

possessing a distinct or recognizable scent, often unpleasant

causing or capable of provoking a sensation of disgust or nausea

having a pleasant and sweet aroma

having a pleasing smell or fragrance