Science Now Knows Why Chocolate Tastes So Good (Video)

And you thought it was hard enough to stop eating it now. Buzz60’s Tony Spitz has the details:

The cause of dark chocolate’s mouth-watering smell has finally been discovered as scientists pinpoint the exact chemicals responsible for the aroma.

A host of chemicals, including one which also gives roses their unique fragrance, is the guilty party, according to a new study.

Roasted cocoa beans are rich in beta-ionone, also found in perfume and essential oils, which contributes to its scent.

The breakthrough explains why the smell of chocolate is so alluring – and could lead to even tastier snacks being custom made in future, suggests the research.

Now a German team has identified the substances that make up this heavenly aroma – opening the door to unique ‘designer chocolates’.

They bought two types of dark chocolate, each with a distinctive aroma, from a local shop.

Chemicals within the smell of chocolate were analysed using a technique called extract and stable isotope dilution analyses.

it found various volatile compounds are directly involved responsible for the smell.