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Permalink Reply by Alex C. McGregor on May 4, 2009 at 10:58pm

Abso-friggin-lutely.

Dave_G said:

Well if you sniff roasted beans to refresh your nose after testing perfume; does that mean that squirting perfume in your mouth after 'spro refreshes in the opposite kind of way?

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Permalink Reply by Phil Proteau on January 27, 2010 at 5:10pm

This may not be popular, but cheese puffs work really well. They scrub, they clean, and the saltiness re-sets you back to zero.

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Permalink Reply by Jeremy Conley on January 27, 2010 at 6:11pm

Vodka. No, seriously. It works very well.

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Permalink Reply by Jeremy Conley on January 27, 2010 at 7:52pm

I just realized that I was distracted when I wrote that and referred to its title; vodka is a good palate cleanser.
As for palate refreshers, I've had good results using sorbets, 'sharp'/tart apple slices, nearly frozen grapes, etc.

Jeremy Conley said:

Vodka. No, seriously. It works very well.

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Permalink Reply by Joe Marrocco on January 27, 2010 at 8:18pm

Water... Lots and lots of water. Drink it before tasting in order to be super hydrated. This will help you taste more effectively. Swish and spit the water a lot during cupping/espresso tasting. This will wash your mouth and not add a new taste that the next coffee will have to fight like a highly carbonated or sparkling water may. And then drink a lot during the tasting as well.

I know this will sound super crazy to some. But, in order to reset your aroma sensors,... Smell your wrist. Crazy!! I know!! But it works. Try it if you doubt,... Or if you don't doubt, obviously.

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Permalink Reply by Gabriela Cordón de Arreaga on January 28, 2010 at 9:30am

Plain water and simple bread with no salt. And yes, tons of water during the process of cup/tasting. A bit behind in time, but I hope my comment also helps.

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