Consumers are increasingly drawn to the health benefits available through functional beverages. Although the “gut health” and “functional foods” phenomenon has impacted the all aspects of the menu — the beverage category holds the biggest opportunity for flavor innovation. This blends the beverage industry with vitamins and supplements, allowing nutrient dense ingredients such as kale […]
The cocktail trends of 2019 have given flavorists much to look forward to. This year cocktail drinkers will indulge in unusual pairings and surprising ingredients. There’s no better time for flavorists to experiment with flavorful concoctions to develop the low-and no-alcohol category. As consumers continue to become more acutely aware of the importance of eating […]
One of the most difficult things that a flavorist can do is predict the next big flavor combinations. One of the most challenging aspects of this task is that upcoming trends can seem somewhat unusual. It is impossible to know which trends will take off and which will be the next big industry flavor. […]
Seafood is great year-round, but of course one of the best times to enjoy seafood flavors is during the summer. There are many different ways to enjoy seafood, whether it’s in bisque, on the grill, or steamed in the oven. Not only that, but there are countless ways of flavoring these delicious meats, with more […]
If you are not in the soft drink industry, then it is likely that you aren’t quite sure what goes into the formulas for cola beverages. This is, in fact, precisely what the cola industry is going for. While dozens of ingredients may go into the typical cola, they are in fact difficult to place. […]
When it comes to the flavor industry, there are a number of trends that come and go. This is especially true in the case of fruits. What was popular one year might be out the next, especially when the flavor-of-the-year is a particularly exotic new flavor. In other cases, classic flavors may rise in popularity […]
With the continued popularity of Latin American cuisine as well as the spread of certain regional variations, it is no surprise that Tex-Mex is undergoing something of a revolution. This particular style of cooking, which draws inspiration from Northern Mexico and modifies it to suit the decidedly Southwestern palates of diners, is quite different from […]
Scented candles have been around for many years, but innovations in fragrance ingredients have made them better and more aromatic than ever before. As such, over the past decade they have increased in popularity in the fragrance industry to the point of being a fully-fledged industry in their own right. One of the more interesting […]
It’s difficult to imagine either the flavor or fragrance industry without coconut like Advanced Biotech’s Natural Delta Dodecalactone Eec. This product is one of the most popular among buyers of all ages, both men and women, and can be combined with other flavors and fragrances in a number of different ways. It is a key feature […]
Tea has been one of the most popular beverages around the world for centuries, with various regions developing their own flavorful concoctions. At present, gourmet tea is seeing a rise in popularity as consumers drink this beverage in increasing numbers, in both hot and cold varieties. One of the biggest benefits with gourmet tea is […]
