Cynarine is a hydroxycinnamic acid derivative and a biologically active chemical constituent of artichoke (Cynara cardunculus). Chemically, it is an ester formed from quinic acid and two units of caffeic acid. Cynarine is found in a vegetable called Artichoke. It is a chemical that is having a special ability to hack your taste bud. It gives an illusion that the next bite of whatever you eat tastes a little sweeter. See also Chlorogenic acid References Hydroxycinnamic acid esters Hydroxycinnamic acid glycosides Quinic acid esters Catechols Vinylogous carboxylic acids