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The Bitter Truth about Beer Flavor Development

The National Association of Flavors and Food-Ingredient Systems (NAFFS) examines the contribution of hops and other extracts in creating unique flavor profiles.

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Forward Thinking: Liquid Assets, Part 2

American beer culture has shifted and the craft beer movement is going strong. Craft brewers are making high quality differentiated beers by experimenting with ingredients and brewing techniques to create unique flavor profiles and textures.

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Forward Thinking: Liquid Assets, Part 1

Marks-Mcgee explores the latest flavor trends and formulations in non-alcoholic beverages in part one of this two part series.

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Flavorcon 2019 Brings Global Flavor to Cincinnati

Following a record-breaking year, Flavorcon returns to the Midwest on Nov. 11-12, 2019 at the Duke Energy Convention Center for two days of technical insight, trend and market analysis for the flavor, food and beverage industries.

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Beyond the Smoke: Cannabis Flavoring in 2018

Despite the controversy, the cannabis industry is a force to be reckoned with, especially in the realm of flavoring.

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Back to its Roots: Ginger Flavor & Trends

Used in culinary and medicinal applications for centuries, ginger has found an audience with contemporary consumers, who search for sophisticated and functional flavors in beverages and even pet food.

With snacking on the rise, this is the perfect time for flavorists to flex their creative muscles.

Salty, Spicy, Sweet: What’s Next in Snacking

As people snack more, larger consumer behavioral shifts are impacting the snacking space.

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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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The Buzz Behind CBD

Derived from hemp, cannabidiol (CBD), is a growing segment within the cannabis category known for its wellness claims in food, beverages and cosmetics, but it’s not without its legal implications in an evolving regulatory landscape

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The Power of Nostalgia

Brands broadcast comfort with nostalgic goodies.

Flavor Creation: Fusion Flavors

Fusion flavors, or blends, have been around since the cavemen discovered that a cooked, smoky leg of dinosaur had a much better taste than the raw version.

Developments in Flavors and Flavorings

Developments in flavors. A comparison of flavorings currently available with those being offered a decade ago show enormous advances in flavor profiles. Over the years there has been a significant move towards more ‘true to nature’ products and also the introduction of many new flavorings based on unusual natural materials. There will continue to be a large demand for the traditional flavors, but as the food industry tries to stimulate new interest, particularly in convenience foods, there will be an even greater need for new flavoring experiences.

Perfumer & Flavorist 2008 Flavor & Fragrance Leaders

The big news on last year’s Flavor & Fragrance Leaders list was Firmenich’s purchase of Danisco’s fl avor division. The year before that, it was Givaudan’s purchase of Quest. At press time, rumors are again making the rounds regarding another potential merger within the top tier of F&F.

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Flavor Profiles: The Future of Snack Flavors

The snack category shifts its flavors toward a more nuanced sense of savory. Snacking has been called “the fourth meal.” In 2005, total snack sales tracked by Datamonitor reached $34.8 billion.* The United States made up $18.5 billion of this total, with Europe totaling ~$16.3 billion.

Flavor Bites: Flavor Creation in the UK

A closer look at the flavor found to be popular in the United Kingdom

Flavorcon Highlights: Unusual Flavor Ingredients, Biotech and More

The debut of P&F ’s two-day flavor conference in New Jersey engaged all of the senses.

The Flavorcon expo hall is where innovation comes to life. Don't miss out on tasting, smelling and experiencing the latest and greatest the flavor industry has to offer.

Flavorcon 2024 Serves Flavor Chemists in Atlantic City

Get a taste of what’s to come as Flavorcon finally arrives to feed tastemakers’ creativity.

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Flavor Bites: Flavor Creation in Russia

Russian tastes in food naturally fit the harsh climate, but, as is the case in many markets, international brands and tastes are gradually becoming accepted, especially among younger Russians.

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