Stalgast Cup Aromateca 220 ml for Flavour Extraction

A cup aromateca is a small, precisely dimensioned vessel used to capture and concentrate the volatile compounds that carry flavour and aroma. The shape and volume are standardised so that the same surface area of liquid is exposed to the air, ensuring consistent release of aromas across samples. This method is essential in professional tasting, where the intensity and profile of aroma directly influence perception of quality and origin. The cup is not merely a container; it is a calibrated tool that controls evaporation and directs the scent towards the taster's nose, isolating the aromatic experience from visual or tactile cues that might bias judgement.

To use the Cup Aromateca, the operator pours the sample to the marked fill line, or to the volume specified by the tasting protocol. The cup is then covered with its matching saucer to trap the aromas until the moment of evaluation. When the saucer is lifted, the aromas rise in a concentrated plume, allowing the taster to assess the scent before tasting the liquid itself. The sequence is repeated for each sample, with the cup rinsed or replaced to prevent cross-contamination between different products.

The Cup Aromateca 220 ml is constructed from food-safe material, chosen for its neutrality—neither absorbing nor imparting scent. The dimensions, 109 mm in diameter and 74 mm in height, create the correct ratio of surface area to volume for optimal aroma release. The 220 ml capacity is sufficient for a standard tasting portion while keeping the liquid shallow enough to maximise evaporation.

Each box contains twelve cups, allowing a single purchase to equip a tasting station or to replenish stock across multiple workstations. The matching saucer, sold separately, completes the set and ensures the aromas remain contained until the moment of assessment.

In professional kitchens and beverage services, the Cup Aromateca is placed alongside tasting trays, sample bottles and evaluation sheets, forming part of the standardised equipment used for quality control and sensory analysis.