What were readers hungry for in October 2024? We've taken a look at our Google Analytics to present the top five reads in taste and flavor industry news.
1. Independent Flavorist Tony Moore Launches Collaborative Database of Flavor & Fragrance Materials
Tony Moore has announced the launch of two creative projects within the flavor and fragrance industry: FlavScents.com and What's That Smell? Perfumer & Flavorist+ connected with Moore to learn more about these two ventures and discover how the F&F community can get involved.
2. 9 Little Used Aroma Chemicals to Create A Luxurious Vanilla Flavor According to A Principal Flavorist
"Flavor Reports" column moderator and principal flavorist Cyndie Lipka penned this article for the October issue. Lipka writes, "cast of characters over and over again? Vanillin, ethyl vanillin, maltol, ethyl maltol, veratraldehyde, heliotropine, acetoin, maybe some lactones. Sigh."
3. Axxence and Natural Advantage Announce Merger
Fun fact: This news dropped during Flavorcon 2024!
"This merger marks a significant milestone in both companies’ history," states Ron Honing, CEO of Axxence. "By combining our strengths, we not only enhance our geographic reach and customer base but also amplify our capability to produce complex natural aroma ingredients with guaranteed traceability, exceptional product quality, and expedited delivery. Together, Axxence and Natural Advantage are perfectly positioned to meet the growing demand for natural and sustainable products in our industry. We look forward to welcoming the talented team from Natural Advantage and working together to drive innovation and exceptional customer service standards."
4. ICYMI Flavorcon 2024 Photos Are Now Live!
Flavorcon 2024 hosted just over 330 attendees at the Harrah's Resort and Casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey October 8-9. You can find images from the panel, speaker conference sessions, expo hall exploration and well as flavor specialists from around the world connecting at the Poolside Opening Cocktail reception.
5. T. Hasegawa Introduces Natural Orange Juice Replacer
The product is said to be developed to specifically provide relief for beverage brands that are impacted by Huanglongbing (HLB) also known as citrus greening. The replacer is available in powdered and liquid forms and comes in Not From Concentrate (NFC) and From Concentrate (FC) varieties.
