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Three hundred ppm is a great level of addition for 2-phenyl 2-butenal in cocoa flavors.

Flavor Bites: 2-Phenyl 2-butenal in Brown, Savory, Nut, and Other Flavors

Learn about the diverse range of applications for 2-phenyl 2-butenal.

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Organoleptic Characteristics of Flavor Materials January 2018

This month’s column features discussions on tea extract CO2, 3-Methyl-2,4-nonanedione, carrot seed oil, pyrazine mixture and propyl acetate.

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Flavor Bites: 2-Ethyl 3-Methyl Pyrazine

This chemical combines outstanding strength, a profile pleasantly free from off-notes, and a little more heat stability than the more commonly used series of dimethyl pyrazines.

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Flavor Bites: 5-Methyl Furfural

5-Methyl furfural makes the best contribution to the caramel underpinnings of flavors that derive a significant aspect of their overall profile from heated sugars.

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Flavor Bites: 5-Hydroxy 2-decenoic acid delta lactone

Otherwise known as massoi lactone—the key flavor component of massoi bark oil—5-hydroxy 2-decenoic acid delta lactone is known for adding a creamy note in more than just dairy flavors.

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Flavor Bites: Hexanoic Acid

Hexanoic acid is found widely in nature and contributes to a smorgasbord of different flavors, containing some of the cheesy profile of butyric acid, but also some of the goaty allure of octanoic acid.

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Flavor Bites: Propenyl Guaethol

With its ability to be about 20 times stronger than vanillin, this ingredient works well in brown flavors at low levels or can be used in combination with vanillin.

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Flavor Bites: Ethyl 3-methyl 2-oxo-pentanoate

Providing a unique profile of nutty and fruity notes, ethyl 3-methyl 2-oxo-pentanoate is capable of adding a nuance to nut, brown, savory, fruit and other flavors.

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Flavor Bites: Ethyl Lactate

While not a highly recognizable component of any flavor, ethyl lactate adds complexity, e.g., in the wines in my cellar.

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Flavor Bites: iso-Valeraldehyde

A quintessential malt flavor, iso-Valeraldehyde, offers a significant lift to many heated and non-heated flavors.

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Organoleptic Characteristics of Flavor Materials

This month's column from Judith Michalski features organoleptic discussions on coffee absolute, wormwood oil American, hexyl isobutyrate natural and more.

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Flavor Bites: Ethyl phenyl acetate

Though it shines in honey flavors, enhancing clove and bright floral notes, ethyl phenyl acetate’s soft profile in comparison to its fellow esters offers a wide range of applications, including hydrolyzed vegetable protein, green tea and more.

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Organoleptic Characteristics of Flavor Materials - April 2019

This month’s column features discussions on spike lavender oil organic, 3-methylthio-1-hexanol, piperonal natural and more.

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Flavor Bites: Zingerone

Raspberry ketone is found in various levels ranging from around 10 ppb up to about 4 ppm and has a specifically raspberry aroma with subtle balsamic nuances. Combined with zingerone, it creates a synergistic effect that allows for more modest levels of raspberry ketone.

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Plant to Glass, Oat Milk from a Flavorist’s Lens

As the non-dairy market diversifies with a variety of nut-based beverages, oat milks are poised to gain more market share, which will result in an increased demand for added flavors and bitterness blocking.

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The Power of Nostalgia

Brands broadcast comfort with nostalgic goodies.

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Dark Chocolate Sees the Light

Beyond confectionery applications.

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Flavorcon 2018 Hosts Global Tastemakers in Atlantic City

The global flavor, food and beverage event brought together more than 550 attendees to discuss insights into ingredients, formulations, product development and consumer and market trends.

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