Aronia (Aronia mitschurinii) is rich in different polyphenolic compounds and
sorbitol. Pressed aronia juice has a beautiful colour. The aim of this work was to analyse
smell and taste of aronia juices prepared from berries grown in South-West of Finland.
Sensory properties were studied using projective mapping with consumers and applying
qualitative profiling with experienced sensory panel. Sugar and acid composition was
analysed with GC-FID. Based on our results, pectinase treatment had a negative impact
on both odour and taste of aronia juice.