Pint of Science: Savouring the Sip: Unveiling wine’s secret flavours & the vibrant future of agave

Pint of Science is coming to Adelaide from 13 – 15 May, with science-savvy presenters ready to share their innovative research and projects with you in the comfort of the pub! It’s time to treat yourself, family, friends, or colleagues to a night of science fun and fascination. Tickets are less than the price of a pint.

Indulge your senses and expand your horizons in a captivating evening that explores the intricacies of flavour perception and the agricultural innovation of Australian agave crops.

“Wine flavour, anosmias and saliva” by Mango Parker (The Australian Wine Research Institute)
Why don’t we all like the same wines? We vary in how we experience aromas, and how we go about tasting. But our friendly oral microbiome also play a role! Come freshly flossed for best satisfaction.

“Agave: a new Australian crop with a resilient spirit” by Matt Salomon (University of Adelaide)
Explore the vibrant future of agave, a promising new crop. We all know agave from drinks like tequila, famous for both memorable and regrettable moments. But its potential goes far beyond that, especially in the harsh Australian environment, where this resilient plant can be part of a sustainable agricultural transformation.