Table 3.

Sensory attributes and definitions for the sensory test.

Attribute	Definition
Creaminess	Refers to the intensity of the “fatty” feeling in the mouth when the sample is manipulated between the tongue and the palate; perceived fat content
Softness	The ease of compressing the sample between the tongue and palate
Coldness	The feeling of cold in the mouth/upper gastrointestinal tract upon eating or swallowing the sample
Grittiness	The immediate perception of crystal-like particles within the sample
Thickness	The pressure necessary to move the sample between the tongue and the palate
Stickiness	The elasticity between the tongue and the palate when coated with the sample
Mouth coating	A sensation of having a coating on the tongue and other mouth surfaces
Meltdown	The time required for the product to melt in the mouth when continuously pressed by the tongue against the palate
Off-flavor	An unpleasant or unusual flavor that is not typically associated with ice cream
Overall liking	How much was the sample liked