Show Notes
Dr Mango Parker is a flavour chemist driven by curiosity about the world around her. She chatted to Drew about glycosides – flavour compounds in grapes that often get thrown away by winemakers and may be an untapped source of fruity and floral flavours.
EPISODE LINKS Boosting floral aroma of wine with flavourless grape extracts (article)
High calibre career – profile of Dr Mango Parker
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