Descriptive Aroma Changes in Selected Philippine Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) during Storage at Elevated Temperatures (original) (raw)

Virgin coconut oil (VCO) is known to have functional properties. It is important to maintain its quality, such as its sensory properties, especially during storage. This study evaluated the effects of elevated temperature storage (i.e., 35 °C, 40 °C, and 45 °C) on the aroma of three differently processed (i.e., fermented, centrifuged, and expeller-pressed) VCO. Stored samples were evaluated by eight (8) trained panelists at various sampling days, based on a Q10 of 2 for hydrolytic rancidity. Freshly prepared fermented and centrifuged VCO samples had predominantly acid and nutty aromas, respectively. Expeller-pressed VCO was perceived to have latik (aroma associated with cooked sweet, coagulated coconut milk) notes. Changes in the distinguishing aroma characteristic of each VCO sample exhibited polynomial behavior during storage in all elevated temperatures. The results imply that, during the initial stages of storage, aroma perception increased, followed by a decline, which may be d...

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