Possible Clues:

• But dates can make a bit of sense
• It's sensational?
• One can discriminate at mealtimes, but eats junk food in the end
• Sensitive spot, roughly abused, time and time again
• One might sense bitterness
• What detects most of tea and beer infused with large dose of wine?
• Sample an American beer -- sensational thing!
• Tongue's sensory organ
• Drink American beer briefly with one of those sensational mouthy types?
• One may sense saltiness or sweetness