The influence of phytochemical composition and resulting sensory attributes on preference for salad rocket (Eruca sativa) accessions by consumers of varying TAS2R38 diplotype
TAS2R38 bitterness perception does not wholly determine liking of rocket. Hotness is the main attribute on which consumers base their liking not bitterness. Some consumers prefer mild sweet accessions low in glucosinolates and pungent VOCs. Glucoraphanin imparts no significant influence on liking or sensory perceptions. Sugar-glucosinolate/isothiocyanate ratios are important for hotness perceptions.