What is Pineapple?
The pineapple is a tropical fruit with a large, round, oblong body and textured and patterned skin. When unripe, the pineapple is green and when ripe it exhibits yellow tones and smells sweet. At its top, the pineapple has rough green stalks, called the crown, which must be removed along with the skin, before eating. The flesh of the pineapple is yellow, juicy, and has a soft fibrous texture. The flavor is sweet, tart and intensely fruity. The core of the fruit is removed, as it is too tough to chew properly.
What does Pineapple Taste Like?
...Sweet is one of the five main tastes. It has smooth and round notes in its flavor profile. Sweet is a naturally occurring flavor in many foods, including fruits, berries, winter squashes, sugarcane, and honey. The sweet taste in these foods is due to a higher sugar content. Sweetness is characteristic of desserts and is used as an accent in savory foods.