New Sixth Taste Ammonium Joins Sweet, Salty, Sour, Bitter, and Umami
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A new taste response has been identified in humans, adding one to the classic five tastes. The study found that ammonium chloride activates a strong sensation — “bitter, salty, and a little sour” — in our receptors that detect sour tastes, which may serve as a survival mechanism.
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The original was posted on /r/todayilearned by /u/ShannyGasm on 2024-10-19 15:58:58+00:00.

Original Title: TIL about the 6th basic taste that’s been discovered, adding to salty, sweet, bitter, sour, and umami. The 6th is ammonium chloride. This is a taste that can signal toxicity, but it’s also part of a popular Scandinavian treat: salty licorice.