Taste: Savory / Umami

1. The savory flavor is often attached to glutamic acid, commonly found in monosodium glutamate
2. Bacon and beef are rich in the amino acids that stimulate the glutamate receptor, hence bacon infused cocktails
3. Glutamate reduces bitterness in some compounds 
4. Monosodium Glutamate increases saltiness
5. The key health concern with MSG is increased dietary salt intake, use sparingly
6. Meat infused cocktails take advantages of the flavor enhancing properties of glutamate
7. You may find MSG in flavoring salts (Bloody Mary)

Effects of Savfory / Umami on Other Flavours