Rate These Flavor Combinations And We'll Reveal Which The Office Character Is Your Twin
- by Michelle_Sanders
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Food is great, but just what is it about it that makes it so great? Yeah, it's true, texture plays a part in determining which foods are good and which ones aren't, and personal preferences, obviously, come into play, too. But all of that stuff is secondary. So, just what is it that really makes food so delicious and so irresistible? Well, we've finally figured it out. It's the flavor.
We love food, but food without flavor is more than bland, it's unappetizing. We mean, if someone took the pizza out of the pizza, then what's even the point? If someone took the ice cream out of the ice cream or the potato chips out of the potato chips, then food would go from being the most amazing thing in the world to being a bane of our mutual existence. Eating would no longer be a pleasure; it would be a chore.
Flavor. It's pretty darn important. So today, we thought it would be a good idea to explore flavors more in-depth. Take a few moments to ponder these flavor combinations. Really try to picture what they would taste like. After some careful thought, rate them, and we'll reveal a The Office twin. Sounds like a good trade-off to us!
Cranberry and Orange
The word "cranberry" comes from the German word "kraanbere", which literally translates to "crane berry". The word "orange" is...well, we still don't know exactly where that word comes from, but! It doesn't matter. You don't need to understand the etymology behind these words to enjoy this sweet yet sour flavor combination, perfect for scones, muffins and breads.
Cinnamon and Apple
Mmm. Cinnamon is delicious all by itself, but with apple? How the heck are we supposed to say no to that?! This flavor combo is warming. It's comforting. Not only does it smell spicy and sweet, it tastes divine. Cinnamon apple has a way of sending you straight into autumn, no matter what time of year it is.
Banana and Pineapple
You don't always have the money or the vacation days to take a trip to Hawaii, but luckily, in between meetings and taking care of household chores, you can send your taste buds on a tropical getaway thanks to this delightful flavor combination. We didn't ask pineapple and banana to join forces, but we're so glad they did.
Lime and Cilantro
For anyone who has ever had a lemon and thought, "It's good, but it'd be better if it were green and even more uncomfortably sour," there's the lime. These guys are jam-packed with vitamin C, making them perfect for pirates wishing to avoid scurvy. They're also great for mixing with cilantro for a tasty tart flavor pairing.
Watermelon and Oyster
Watery and melony, the watermelon does a bang-up job of living up to its name. 'Course, it's also refreshing and sweet and perfect for a summertime snack, but we suppose there wasn't any room left in the watermelon's name to fit all that stuff in, too. Who would've thought that combining this juicy fruit with salty oysters would be such a winner?
Chocolate and Chili Peppers
Why mix something spicy like chili peppers with something sweet like chocolate? Well, we think the answer to that question lies in the question itself. We mean, chili and chocolate may not be as classic as peanut butter and jelly or macaroni and cheese, but this unique blend of flavors is deliciously warming.
Peaches and Mint
Juicy, sweet and tart all at once, it seems like it would be pretty hard to perfect the peach—there's just not a whole lot of room for improvement there. But, when combined with the cool, refreshing flavor of mint, peaches reach new, even more amazing heights. This flavor pairing is great for jams, drinks and much, much more.
Tomato and Basil
Herbs, in general, can be a tough thing to pull off. You have to know exactly which ones to use and in which scenario to use them. Because of its subtle sweetness, basil can be one of the trickiest herbs to deal with, but when combined with the savory taste of tomato, it's always delicious.
Lemon and Blueberry
Lemons aren't just for juicing, adding water, stirring in sugar and selling in your front yard during the summer. These sour yellow fruits pair perfectly with the sweet taste of blueberries. This flavor combination is one of opposites, but it comes together in perfect harmony for a refreshing, summery taste, great for drinks, tarts and just about anything else.
Sour Cream and Onion
Sour cream tastes like...well, it tastes like cream that has gone sour, and that shouldn't really come as a surprise given its name. Onions taste like you're going to need to brush your teeth and grab an Altoid after consuming them. So, naturally, it only made sense to combine the two! Aw, we kid, but seriously, this flavor combo kicks butt!
Coffee and Lemon
What?! Lemon and coffee? Have we lost our dang minds?! Both of these ingredients seem so acidic, so pungent all by themselves, you might never think to bring them together. But, in actuality, when you stir just a spoonful or two of lemon juice into your black coffee, it has a way of mellowing it out, surprisingly enough.
Peanut Butter and Bacon
Peanut butter and jelly get along so well, we hate to break them up, but peanut butter's so versatile, it's hard to resist pairing it with other foods. Both peanut butter and bacon are salty, but peanut butter is more sweetly salty and bacon is more savory salty, know what we mean? No? Well, then, just give this flavor combination a try, then you'll see what we mean.
Fig and Ricotta
Sweet and syrupy, we feel like figs don't get as much love as they should. Sure, sure, they've got the whole Fig Newton thing going for them, and that's great, but they're not a one trick pony. Combined with the mildly salty, very smooth taste of ricotta, figs shine like they've never shined before.
Dark Chocolate and Black Licorice
You could argue that both dark chocolate and black licorice are acquired tastes. Dark chocolate is far more bitter than milk chocolate, thanks to its lower sugar content. Meanwhile, licorice has a strong, salty flavor, and not everyone is a big fan of that. Combing these two divisive ingredients is a bold move, and it makes for an equally bold flavor pairing.
Lime and Coconut
It looks like somebody finally took Harry Nilsson's advice. At long last, they put "the lime in the coconut" and they drank it all up. At least, that's what *we* would do because, come on now, lime and coconut? That sounds like a flavor pairing that's just perfect for fruity cocktails! Throw in a paper umbrella, and we've got a deal.
Honey and Lavender
Honey needs no introduction. It's a syrup with a sort of buttery sweetness, perfect for drizzling on anything from homemade biscuits to vanilla ice cream. Lavender, on the other hand, is more renowned for being an aromatic flowering herb, good for putting in soaps and other bath products. But, when mixed with honey, it turns out this pretty purple plant can taste just as amazing as it smells.
Jalapeño and Cheddar Cheese
Jalapeños and cheese *need* to be together, because we need them to be together, and we're prepared to explain why. Jalapeños have more to offer than heat; they're juicy, and have a delicious sharp flavor, especially when pickled. Pair that with the savory taste of cheddar cheese, and both ingredients play off each other in *Mary Poppins voice* a most delightful way.
Sea Salt and Caramel
Caramel has been living in chocolate's shadow for far too long! It's about time that gloriously sugary treat step out into the spotlight. But, alas. Too much caramel can be sickeningly sweet. It needs a little something to take the saccharin-ness down a notch. That little something? Sea salt! Who knew this unlikely duo would be such a knockout?
Rosewater and Pistachio
Rosewater is a strong smelling sweet liquid, and you either dig that or you feel like you're drinking your Aunt Bertha's perfume. Because this stuff's so fragrant and so gently sweet, it can end up being under or overwhelming. Finding just the right amount is a fine line, but, when mixed with the nutty, salty taste of pistachios, both flavors seem to complete each other.
Sriracha and Popcorn
Ah, yes. Popcorn. It's everyone's favorite go-to movie snack. You figure all that treat needs is a little butter and a little salt to make it perfect, but there's more than one way to dress up this finger food. How's about a nice drizzle of sriracha over that bowl of popcorn? This flavor combo is salty and crunchy, with a burst of tangy, spicy flavor. Sounds A-OK to us!
White Chocolate and Raspberry
We don't ship many things, but this flavor combination is where we make an exception. We mean, how could we not? All the deliciousness of tart but sweet raspberries, coupled with the smooth, irresistibly enticing flavor of white chocolate. This is what a "match made in heaven" looks like. We're sure of it.
Peach and Feta
Look, you already know how in love we are with peaches. But sometimes your fruit needs a little dressing up. Cue the feta cheese! Feta has a salty, tangy flavor. It's a lot more sharp than, say, ricotta or mozzarella. When brought together, they have a way of balancing each other out that will end up blowing you away.
Kiwi and Avocado
Traditionally, kiwi is paired with strawberry, and while we're not about to criticize that winning flavor combo, we also think it's time we break the mold. Why not give kiwi a new partner to dance with? We choose avocado. The rich, creamy, buttery taste of this healthy fat is just what the sour fruitiness of the kiwi needs.
Carrots and Molasses
We like carrots, although, if we're being honest, we're still a little peeved that they didn't do their job by fixing our eyesight when we were little, and we had to get glasses anyway. Still, these sweet yet bitter root vegetables do go well with the equally sweet yet bitter taste of molasses. We'd never have thought it, but it works.
Coconut and Egg
Eggs taste like, well, eggs. There's really no other good way to put it. Coconut, on the other hand, has a buttery, slightly citrus-y flavor to is, which makes it a wonderful addition to any tropical-flavored treat. Combining the two might seem silly, or, to some, even gross. But, hey, don't knock it 'til you try it.
