Astringence (Noun)
Meaning
A sharp astringent taste; the taste experience when a substance causes the mouth to pucker.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The strong tea was notorious for its astringence, which left drinkers puckering their lips.
- Quinine was famous for its astringence, making it an unpopular drink among patients.
- After trying the persimmon for the first time, the young girl couldn't handle the intense astringence and spit it out.
- Coffee can exhibit varying levels of astringence, with lighter roasts typically having less of a puckering effect.
- Many describe the taste of dry wine as unpleasantly dominated by astringence, but a fine aged bottle may achieve a balanced subtlety.