Sensory and physico-chemical evaluation: Of commercial coffees consumed in Banja Luka (Bosnia and Herzegovina) - Part 1

Abstract

Consumption of black coffee prepared in a traditional way is popular in Balkan region. The aim of this study was to compare the beverage quality of five commercial roasted ground coffee blends of known trademarks that are offered on market in Banja Luka (Bosnia and Herzegovina) in 2014, for the traditional coffee beverage preparation. Consumers' preference sensory test was used for comparing overall quality impression. Results of physico-chemical analyses of coffee samples confirmed that quality were within the requirements of the Regulation on coffee quality. Significant differences between compared coffee beverage samples in overall quality impression were determined and the best products were identified.