Many beverages have a distinct apple aroma or flavor. Some whiskeys, sakes, beers, German RiesIings, Chardonnays, and some Chenin blanc wines smell and/or taste of apples as part of their inherent character. Often, an oxidized beverage will smell of apples, generally less acidic or over-ripe apples. (Wine,Beer,Spirits,Sake,Mead/Tasting Terms)