Flavour Forecast Face-Off : Test Your Trend IQ

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McCormick’s 2025 Flavour Forecast includes three trends. Which of the following best represents their core themes? global fusion, slow cooking, and botanical infusions; sweet-heat pairings, fermented flavours, and sustainable cooking; tropical ingredients, smoky techniques, and surprising combinations; umami-forward dishes, nostalgic comfort foods, and hyper-local sourcing

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tropical ingredients, smoky techniques, and surprising combinations

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The “Charred & Smoked” trend highlights the role of these techniques in flavour development. Why do chefs use them?

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to neutralise bitterness and enhance natural sweetness

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Aji Amarillo is a pepper that originates from which country?

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Peru

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Which of the following best describes Aji Amarillo's unique flavour profile? fruity with medium heat and hints of tropical citrus, smoky with a mild heat and an earthy undertone, spicy with floral notes and a subtle sweetness, rich and savoury with a sharp tang and high heat

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fruity with medium heat and hints of tropical citrus

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Which combination exemplifies the "Deliciously Unexpected" trend’s playful approach to flavour pairing? Options: caramel and sea salt, chili and chocolate, miso and vanilla, avocado and honey

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miso and vanilla

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Which of the following flavours is a key part of the “Tropical Vibes” trend and often used in Caribbean-inspired dishes? coconut and pineapple, cinnamon and nutmeg, garlic and thyme, lemon and dill

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coconut and pineapple

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Which technique is most commonly used to impart a smoky flavour to cocktails, fitting the “Charred & Smoked” trend? Options: molecular gastronomy, smoking the glass, infusing with herbs, charring garnishes

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smoking the glass

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In 2023, McCormick’s Flavour Forecast introduced its first-ever "Flavour of the Year." What was it? Options: sichuan mala, black garlic, tamarind, vietnamese x cajun

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vietnamese x cajun

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Which one is NOT part of McCormick’s Flavour Forecast trends in 2024? Sour Power, Indulgence Redefined, Global Heat, Thoughtfully Borrowed

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Global Heat

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In what year did McCormick first launch its annual Flavour Forecast, predicting emerging global taste trends?

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2000