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The acquisition will allow MANE to strengthen its innovation and scientific understanding in smell, taste and trigeminal sensations.

MANE Group Acquires ChemoSensoryx Biosciences

ChemoSensoryx Biosciences is located in Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium, and specializes in biotechnology for sensory modulation of taste, smell and trigeminal receptors.

This year’s Taste Charts are powered by the company’s end-to-end digital platform KerryNow.

Kerry Unveils 2026 Global Taste Charts

Day 2 of the symposium included a visit to the Glenkinchie Distillery, known for its Lowland whisky.

For All the Spirit Minded: Recap of 2025 BSF Whisky Symposium

Beyond Cleaning: Trends Driving Innovation in Labelling, Sustainability, and Regulatory Compliance

Beyond Cleaning: Trends Driving Innovation in Labelling, Sustainability, and Regulatory Compliance

Augeo® Clean Multi, a high-performance solvent, has emerged as a key solution, particularly for enhancing fragrance delivery and overall cleaning efficacy. Derived from a renewable source, Augeo® offers a unique combination of technical benefits, sustainability, and safety characteristics.

North America accounts for the largest share of the flavored spirits market as a result of developed technology and an intense consumer market.

Flavored Spirit Market Expected to Reach $30 Billion by 2031

The market is currently being driven by consumer demand for unique taste profiles and experiential drinking options beyond traditional spirits.

IMCD has over 80 application laboratories across 60 countries to offer co-creation and formulation support.

IMCD Opens New Life Science Hub in Cologne

The Cologne site will combine three specialized laboratory areas under one roof.

We’re in an era of maximalism.

Editor's Note: More is More

Forest Pine is described as a fusion of pine, ginger and sage.

Inside Torani’s Gold Standard to Crown a Flavor of the Year: Q&A with Consumer & Customer Market Manager

The company’s consumer market expert explains how Forest Pine was chosen for 2026 and gives a peak behind the curtain of the selection process.

Manpreet Kaur, assistant flavorist, Flavaroma Flavours and Fragrances Pvt Ltd

Assistant Flavorist Manpreet Kaur Demonstrates the Value of Tenacity on her Career Path

Kaur explains how she used her mentors and continued learning about her craft to expand her knowledge as a flavorist.

Citral normally occurs in nature as a mixture of two isomers, neral and geranial.

Flavor Bites: Citral in Citrus, Fruit and Other Flavors

Learn about the diverse range of flavor applications for citral.

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Top 5 Flavor Articles of 2025

Check out our most loved flavor headlines from the past year.

T. Hasegawa USA Releases Flavor Trends 2026 Report, Names Dark Sweet Cherry Flavor of the Year

Expect a blending of old and new with bold flavors and customizable additions.

Doenjang sou is a traditional Korean dish made from a fermented soybean paste.

Researchers at Jeonbuk National University Examine Impact of Seasonings on Flavor Perception of Doenjang Soup

The soup’s flavor comes from the fermentation process with microbial cultures, which produce both umami and kokumi compounds.

Black currant berries are commonly used as ingredients in jams, syrups, candies, desserts, drinks and liqueurs.

McCormick Reveals Black Currant as its 2026 Flavor of the Year

The flavor profile of black currant is described as “earthy, slightly floral and herbal.”