Evaporated Milk

Evaporated milk, also known as unsweetened condensed milk, is a dairy product created by removing about 60% of water from fresh milk through a gentle heating process. The result is a thicker, creamier version of milk with a slightly caramelized color and flavor due to the heat concentration process. It is commonly sold in cans and is often used in baking, coffee, tea, and various dessert recipes to add creaminess and richness.

The scent profile of evaporated milk is typically richer and more intense than that of regular milk. It often carries a mildly sweet and slightly toasted aroma, akin to the smell of milk warmed over a low flame. This caramel-like scent can be attributed to the milk sugars (lactose) condensing and browning slightly during the heating process. The overall fragrance is comforting, familiar, and can be reminiscent of home-cooked desserts or a milky hot beverage.