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##### 101 GUIDE

# Cheese Tasting

##### To fully appreciate a cheese and its myriad of flavours requires a systematic approach to tasting: from palate cleansers to sensorial analysis. We’ve gathered all the information in this 101 guide to download and use offline.

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#### DOWNLOAD FOR FREE

#### This 101 guide for Cheese Tasting contains:

- How We Taste Cheese
- The Five Simple Flavours
- What Are Complex Flavours?
- The Affineur's Role in Tasting Cheese
- How To Describe Cheese Flavours

 

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### Frequently Asked Questions

 Who wrote this information?

The Academy of Cheese has been set-up to promote cheese knowledge and provide career development, both within the industry and amongst the wider public. It culminates in the industry-accredited role of Master of Cheese.

 Where can I learn more about cheese tasting?

Cheese Tasting is a fundamental part of the content in our certifications. So, if you’re looking for a place to start studying, we recommend our Level One Associate [Cheese accreditation course](https://academyofcheese.org/certifications/associate/).

Otherwise, check out this [learning resource](https://academyofcheese.org/subjects/cheese-tasting/), where we have collected our regulations and good practice resources in one place.

 Can I join the Academy of Cheese?

Yes, the Academy of Cheese is open to everyone! If you aspire to become more knowledgeable and develop a great understanding of all aspects of cheese, then welcome aboard. [Register for free.](https://academyofcheese.org/join/register/)

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