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seltzer

How You Can Taste Food Like A Flavor Chemist

What are “natural flavors” and why are they shrouded in secrecy? Why doesn’t lemon-flavored seltzer contain lemon juice? A flavor chemist explains it all.

Malcolm Gladwell Only Drinks Five Liquids

When it comes to seltzer, he’s a strict constructionist.

The Fruitcake That Wouldn’t Die

Nikita Richardson of New York Times Food and Team Sporkful share their gift recommendations.

How To Taste Food Like A Flavor Chemist

What are “natural flavors” and why are they shrouded in secrecy? Why doesn’t lemon-flavored seltzer contain lemon juice? A flavor chemist explains it all.

What Makes Some Seltzers Sparkle?

Seltzer is exploding. But with a drink that doesn't have much flavor to begin with, how can you tell which one is best? We investigate, and nerd out on the science of carbonation.