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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.”

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

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

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.

Lallemand’s Natural Nootkatone: A Biotech Solution to Citrus Volatility

Lallemand’s Natural Nootkatone: A Biotech Solution to Citrus Volatility

Lallemand’s biotech-based Natural Nootkatone delivers authentic grapefruit flavor with year-round reliability. Discover how it helps brands navigate citrus volatility and streamline formulation.

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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.

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.

ADM's new study for 2025 helps examine citrus through the lens of 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.

Lionel Hitchen, based in the UK, offers an extensive range of flavor ingredients to the food and beverage industries around the globe.

Flavor Reports: December 2025 (EU Edition)

Our BSF panel evaluates ingredients for their flavor applications.

γ-Butyrolactone adds authenticity to caramel flavors.

Flavor Bites: γ-Butyrolactone in Brown, Savory, Nut, Fruit, Alcoholic and Other Flavors

Learn about the diverse flavor applications for γ-butyrolactone.

Asia-Pacific has the largest share of the flavor enhancers market during the forecast period.

Flavor Enhancer Market Projected to Reach $20.4 Billion by 2032

The rise of processed and convenience foods is driving demand for the market.

Torani’s Forest Pine syrup can be used in a variety of applications, including cold and hot coffee, tea, mocktails, cocktails and sparkling refreshers.

Torani Announces 2026 Flavor of the Year, Forest Pine

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

The report identifies five trends driving market change and product innovation.

IFF Unveils 2026 Dairy Trends Report

“We’re witnessing the end of the ‘health versus happiness’ trade-off in the diary aisle,” said Richard Neish, director of CI trend intelligence at IFF Taste.