Our top 5 headlines in flavor news during the month of May 2024 were all about formulation and what consumers are looking for when it comes to exciting (and functional) flavors with only one trending headline from an industry leader.
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1. How Fantasy Flavors Are Transforming Gaming
In the immersive world of gaming, where millions seek solace and excitement in epic adventures, the senses are often tantalized by the sights and sounds of fantastical worlds. However, one crucial element has been missing from this immersive experience: taste. Natural fantasy and gaming flavors emerge as the new dimension to gaming by enhancing consumer immersion in the tastes and sensory experiences of these captivating realms.
Read the article in the June 2024 issue.
2. dsm-firmenich Sells Yeast Extract Business to Lesaffre
On June 12, 2024, dsm-firmenich announced an agreement to sell its yeast extract business (‘Yeast Extracts’) to Lesaffre, a global player in fermentation and micro-organisms. Yeast Extracts is part of dsm-firmenich’s Taste, Texture & Health business unit, with annual sales of about €120 million.
According to a release, as part of dsm-firmenich’s tuning of its portfolio, the company de-prioritized certain business segments. The divestment from Yeast Extracts is an outcome of that strategic review process, announced on June 3.
As part of the transaction, Lesaffre will agree to supply yeast extracts to dsm-firmenich for its Savory business. In addition, dsm-firmenich and Lesaffre will enter a technology partnership for the development of yeast extracts.
3. delta-Dodecalactone in Dairy, Fruit, Savory, Brown & Other Flavors
delta-Dodecalactone fits so perfectly into dairy flavors that the category can restrict our view of possibilities for this interesting raw material. The challenge in all dairy flavors is cost. delta-Dodecalactone and delta-decalactone are both very expensive, especially as naturals. delta-Decalactone has a much stronger aroma and seems, at first sight, to be the better “bang for a buck” option.
Life is not so simple, and the choice is complicated by the fact that delta-dodecalactone has a much stronger taste effect. Trying to recreate a truly realistic overall effect in dairy flavors often involves using rather more delta-dodecalactone than delta-decalactone, which pushes the cost up dramatically.
Read the article in the June 2024 issue.
4. [video] How Beyond Acacia Gum Can Simplify the Application Process
Through a partnership with Alland & Robert, Farbest Brands now offers Beyond® Acacia, an innovative new gum acacia product manufactured using a process that produces high-density granules.
In this episode of Two Sense, sponsored by Farbest Brands and Alland & Robert, P&F+ managing editor, Jenna Troyli, is joined by Isabelle Jaouen, R&D Director, Alland & Robert alongside Michael Sutich, Director of business development, Farbest Brands.
Listeners will discover the differences between traditional gum acacia and Beyond Acacia, the key customer benefits and even footage of Beyond Acacia in comparison to standard instant gum acacia.
5. Leveraging Mint Beverages to Meet Consumer Positive Nutrition Demands
Increasingly focused on being their best selves, consumers are seeking beverages that align with their personal wellness goals, while also providing exciting taste experiences. Uplifting mint has been linked with aspects of well-being by people both past and present. From its herbal roots to daily refreshment on the go, mint has evolved in its uses and associations. By understanding this progression, flavorists and product developers alike can leverage mint to entice those consumers focused on positive nutrition with a wide range of beverages and satisfying taste sensations.
Read the article in the June 2024 issue.
