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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

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

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.”

Exploring the Nuances of Citrus for Wellness

Exploring the Nuances of Citrus for Wellness

ADM’s latest consumer research shows that citrus represents more to wellness than the conventional immunity boost.

dsm-firmenich Names Frosted Star Anise as Flavor of the Year 2026

‘Frosted Star Anise’ combines the comforting warmth of star anise with a cool, frosted twist.

Esarom’s Punky Pineapple flavor can be used in a variety of applications, according to the company.

Esarom Names Pineapple as 2026 Flavor of the Year

Company officials describe pineapple as a flavor “that radiates sunshine, optimism and tropical brightness.”

The Pipeline has a flexible process to tailor to specific customer needs and a vast network of resources.

Sensient Introduces ‘The Pipeline’ for Beverage Creation

New beverage development hub provides support and guidance from scientists, manufacturing experts and marketing professionals.

The guide highlights the top 10 seasonal flavor launches in North America.

FlavorSum Releases 2026 Seasonal Flavor Guide

The report includes data for the four major seasons across various categories.

The trend report outlines how the trends will influence flavor innovation in the food and beverage industry.

Lionel Hitchen Publishes 2026/2027 Flavor Trends

Consumer habits are being shaped by cultural fusions, increased wellness consciousness and sensory exploration.

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Top 5 Flavor Headlines of November 2025

Check out or readers' most loved flavor articles.

The Citrus Innovation Center is a 30,000 square-foot facility that includes state-of-the-art capabilities in botanical research and a 360-degree digital immersion room.

Sustaining the Future of Citrus: Q&A with IFF’s VP of Citrus Innovation

Karel Coosemans explains what customers are looking for at the Citrus Innovation Center and how this space is helping secure the citrus supply for the future.

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Editor's Note: One Year Later

Kabosu and yuzu are two prized Japanese citrus fruits; each celebrated for their unique flavors and culinary versatility.

Unearthing the Essence of Japanese Citrus (Part 1)

Explore two different varieties of Japanese citrus and their diverse roles in flavor and fragrance application.