Objective To elucidate the effects of flower of Changshan-huyou on the aroma profile of black tea. Methods This study employed solid phase microextraction-gas chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (SPME-GC-MS) to differentially analyze the aroma components of flower of Changshan-huyou, Jiukeng black tea, and the derived Changshan-huyou scented tea. Results A total of 186 volatile compounds were identified in this paper, with 92, 78 and 67 kinds of volatile compounds detected in flower of Changshan-huyou, Jiukeng black tea and Changshan-huyou scented tea, respectively. The volatile composition of flower of Changshan-huyou was mainly characterised by alcohols and alkenes, whereas the volatile profiles of Jiukeng black tea and Changshan-huyou scented tea were mainly alcohol-rich. Nerolidol and linalool were found to be the predominant aroma components in Changshan-huyou scented tea, imparting a pronounced flora, fruity aroma and sweetness. Comparative analysis revealed an increase in alcohols and a concomitant decrease in alkenes in Changshan-huyou scented tea compared to flower of Changshan-huyou. Conversely, an increase in alkenes and a decrease in aldehydes were observed in Changshan-huyou scented tea compared to Jiukeng black tea. In addition, 32 kinds of unique compounds were identified in Changshan-huyou scented tea, which may be due to its unique processing techniques and the specific varieties of raw materials used. Conclusion The results of this research not only substantiate the aroma signature of Changshan-huyou scented tea, but also provide insights into its quality enhancement, paving the way for standardised production and innovative development strategies.
| 科 Family | 属数 Number of genus | 种数 Number of species | 占总种数比例 Percentage of total species (%) | 属 Genus | 种数 Number of species | 占总种数比例 Percentage of total species (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 鹅膏菌科Amanitaceae | 2 | 11 | 5.26 | 鹅膏菌属 Amanita | 10 | 4.78 |
| 小菇科 Mycenaceae | 2 | 12 | 5.74 | 丝盖伞属 Inocybe | 5 | 2.39 |
| 多孔菌科 Polyporaceae | 8 | 14 | 6.70 | 蜡蘑属 Laccaria | 5 | 2.39 |
| 红菇科 Russulaceae | 3 | 23 | 11.00 | 小皮伞属 Marasmius | 6 | 2.87 |
| 小菇属 Mycena | 11 | 5.26 | ||||
| 光柄菇属 Pluteus | 5 | 2.39 | ||||
| 红菇属 Russula | 17 | 8.13 | ||||
| 栓菌属 Trametes | 5 | 2.39 |