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Spice is nice, but complexity is key
By Roger Lane Product developers have been in pursuit of the planet’s hottest peppers…
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Flavor and function in beverage formulations
When a beverage formulator first thinks of flavors, the basics like chocolate, strawberry and…
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Three routes to sodium reduction in salty snacks
Reducing sodium in salty snacks such as chips and crackers seems counterproductive. When consumers…
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2019 flavor trends: Violets, jackfruit and pink peppercorns
Flavor houses cite exotic plants, spices and fruits as upcoming trends. Keera Perumbala, marketing…
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Globally inspired snack and bakery flavor trends
Taste remains a key driver in consumer food purchases. According to the 2018 IFIC…
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Dairy inclusions get indulgent
Texturally speaking, “ice cream” is something of a misnomer. Yes, consumers expect the frozen…
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Integration of Indian and African flavors accelerates
In the 2006 comedy movie “Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby,” Mr. Bobby…
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Fruit provides an option for consumers looking for less sugary snacks
Fruits are high in essential nutrients, and the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends…
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Raising the bar in coffee innovation
Ready-to-drink (R.-T.-D.) coffee innovations continue to roll out at a rapid rate, with many…
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The tastes forecast to trend in 2019
Flavors associated with health, nature, adventure and nostalgia are slated to trend in 2019….