2.10. Sensory evaluation
Sensory attributes of roasted kernels including appearance, hardness,
taste, aroma and total acceptance were assessed according to a
five-grade scale (5 points – the best, 1 point – the worst). A panel of
10 panelist, ages 20–26 years (all students of the faculty of food science),
with sensory evaluation experience, was trained in descriptive
evaluation of peanut kernels. Panelists were provided with water at
each taste session for palate rinsing. Mean values were calculated and
used to determine the sensory attributes of the roasted peanut kernels.