Description
α-Ionol has the flavor of ionone, but softer and sweeter.
Chemical Properties
α-Ionol has a flavor of ionone, but softer and sweeter.
Occurrence
Reported found in grape, raspberry and raspberry brandy
Uses
α-Ionol is an intermediate in synthesizing Tabanone (T003450), found in oils of Trifolium pratense L. and is a potential natural antioxidant.
Definition
ChEBI: 4,7-Megastigmadien-9-ol is a sesquiterpenoid.
Taste threshold values
Taste characteristics at 10 ppm: woody, ionone-like with a woody, floral powdery note.