expression, noun
pungent taste; spicy/hot flavor
Refers to a sharp, hot, or spicy taste, such as from chili peppers, wasabi, or strong spices. Often used in contrast to sweet or mild flavors.
See also: 辛味
このカレーは辛い味が強すぎる。
This curry has too strong a spicy taste.
辛い味が苦手な人は、唐辛子を抜いてください。
If you don't like pungent flavors, please omit the chili pepper.
辛味 is a more concise noun meaning 'pungency' or 'spiciness', often used in cooking contexts. 辛い味 is a phrase that explicitly describes the taste as 'spicy/hot'.
Compound of 辛い (からい, 'spicy, hot') + 味 (あじ, 'taste'). The phrase is transparent and follows standard adjective-noun modification.