July 2026

From GLP-1 drugs' impact on scent and taste preferences to the future of flavor, this month's edition dives deep on the forces reshaping F&F.

Perfumer & Flavorist+ July 2026

July 2026

Flavor is now engineered as an integrated, multi-sensory system where taste, mouthfeel, and texture function as a unified matrix.

The New Era of Flavor Leadership

Across the board, consumers are looking for multi-sensorial experiences. So much of life is consumed via screens now that people crave fully engaging, elevated sensory experiences whenever possible. We are not only considering taste, but also texture, mouthfeel, color, aroma and more.

Sensient’s Flavor Playbook for a Rapidly Evolving Food Industry

'Over the past 12 months, Scentium has experienced a particularly strong period of growth, achieving a 22% increase in global turnover,' says Manuel García, global sales director/deputy general manager Scentium. 'This performance was driven by our differentiated service model in priority product categories and territories across emerging markets, as well as by our niche-focused strategy in more mature markets.'

Inside Scentium’s 22% Growth Surge and Global Flavor Expansion

'At its core, Robertet’s ambition is simple yet powerful: to future naturals by putting creation at the service of brands, and brands at the service of consumers,' says Mark Bailey, senior vice president, global flavors division, Robertet.

Shaping the Future of Flavor Through Emotion, Science and Nature

'AI and machine learning are deeply integrated across McCormick’s flavor creation process, from consumer insights and sourcing to product development,' says Brendan M. Foley, chairman, president, and chief executive officer, McCormick & Company Inc. 'These digital tools enhance how we engage with customers, enabling faster, insight-driven innovation with greater agility and high-impact in the marketplace.'

McCormick’s Brendan Foley on AI, Heat Culture & the Next Era of Flavor

This year's 'Flavor Leaders & Newsmakers' special issue reveals an industry moving decisively away from simple sensory replication toward the intentional orchestration of complex, multi-dimensional consumption experiences.

The Architecture of Taste 2026: Convergence, Intelligence and Resilience in Global Flavor Design

IFF Taste Accelerates Innovation Engine as GLP-1, AI & Wellness Redefine Global Flavor Demand

As consumer expectations continue to evolve and markets become more complex, the future of flavor innovation at dsm firmenich will be shaped by the ability to leverage deep consumer understanding to guide advanced science, digitalization, and biotechnology to deliver no compromise solutions in collaboration with our customers and their brands.

dsm-firmenich Taps Science, AI and Biotech to Redefine the Future of Flavor

'In an era where both breakthrough innovation and thoughtful reformulation are critical, we are positioning ADM’s flavors business as a partner of choice for regional and global brands alike,' says Calvin McEvoy, president, global flavors, ADM.

ADM Doubles Down on Natural Flavors Growth With Billion-Dollar Momentum and Global Expansion

Sales in Taste & Wellbeing amounted to CHF 3,642 million, an increase of 2.4% and a decrease of 2.9% in Swiss francs. From a product segment perspective, growth was broad‑based across snacks, dairy, and sweet.

Givaudan Pursues Innovation as GLP-1 Nutrition, Biotech and AI Reshape the Flavor Business

How Symrise Is Engineering the Future of Flavor Through AI, Naturals and Functional Innovation

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Natural Methionol: Trace Savory Power with Brothy, Meaty Depth

Samantha Mane, CEO of Mane, notes that 'agility, resilience and a clear long-term vision are essential.'

Flavor Innovation, AI-Driven Formulation and Global Taste Demand Power Mane's Next Phase of Growth

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Flavor Extremes: From Sulfur to Zesty Citrus

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Symrise’s Himalide Brings Velvety Musk and Upcycled Sophistication to Modern Fragrance

Vanilla Depth for Modern Spirits

The Tropical Flavor Booster Bringing Bite, Ripeness and Juicy Complexity

Patients on GLP-1 drugs sometimes describe stronger or more noticeable smells, particularly a reduced tolerance for heavy or fried food odors, alongside occasional increased awareness of perfumes and ambient scents.

GLP-1 Drugs Are Reshaping Scent Preferences and Perceptions

The identification of a spatially organized receptor system—rather than a purely combinatorial or random one—could inform future strategies in aroma design, receptor targeting and predictive modeling of olfactory perception.

Spatial Mapping of Olfactory Receptors Reveals New Blueprint for Odor Perception

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Antillone: A Biotech-Driven Leap Toward Juicy, True-to-Fruit Flavor & Fragrance Performance

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trans-4-Tetradecanal Delivers Fresh Lift and Waxy Depth

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Geosmin Unleashed: Trace-Level Power, Deep Earth Impact

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