Description
Cornichons are a type of pickled small cucumber
Technical
The pickling process involves lactic acid fermentation at temperatures around 15°C to 20°C, achieved through a mixture of vinegar and salt, and can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks.
Science
Primary Reaction
Lactic acid fermentation
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
SourTangyUmamiVinegaryHerbal
Wine Analogy
Similar to a crisp Sauvignon Blanc with herbaceous notes
Coffee Analogy
Like a bright Ethiopian Yirgacheffe with citrusy acidity
Perfume Analogy
Comparable to a fresh chypre fragrance with green top notes