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Chemical Characterization of Vanilla pompona Scheide, Part I

In this four-part series, researchers extensively study the composition of Vanilla pompona for fragrance applications. Here, existing literature on V. pompona is reviewed and compared with V. tahitensis and V. planifolia. Test protocols for GC-MS and DTD-GC-MS are described, and some results are discussed.

The flavor of cured vanilla beans contains a complex mixture of aroma and taste compounds.

Vanilla Bean Extraction: Old Procedures Needing a Makeover

Part 2 of 2: Vanilla ranges and possible method improvements.

Not-So-Plain Vanilla: A Flavorist’s Best Asset

Vanilla has a delicious and complex taste profile that works for home baking, store-bought comfort foods, culinary dishes, confectionery and so much more.

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Divanillin: Novel Taste-Active Component of Fermented Vanilla Beans

The elucidation of the fate of the vanillin during the traditional curing process. The transition of the elegant blossom of the vanilla orchid into the green vanilla bean and the subsequent conversion of this into the traditionally cured brown vanilla bean have captivated generations of scientists.

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PREVIEW: Fusarium and Vanilla: Time to Worry?

Deadly Fusarium has taken root in Madagascar; Hank Kaestner wonders if the industry is ready for the aftermath.

The Role of Microorganisms in Vanilla Curing

Part 2: Microbial transformation of phenols and other compounds

The Last Word: Sustainable Beauty in Naturals—Ylang-ylang and Vanilla

A conversation with Michel Girard, Remi Pulverail and Rodrigo Flores-Roux of Givaudan.

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A Major Stake for the Future: Authenticating Vanilla With DNA

As vanilla supplies remain volatile, the threat of adulteration and fraud pose a real threat to the F&F industry. In response, authenticating methods like DNA barcoding provides a way to ensure purity and traceability.

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Flavor Characterization of Different Varieties of Vanilla Beans

The objective of the work described in this article is the aroma characterization of vanilla beans from different geographical locations with a view to developing a database of information to be used as an indication of geographical origin and bean quality.

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Chemical Characterization of Vanilla pompona Scheide, Part II

Vanilla pompona is resistant to climate change and diseases, and therefore is preferred for hybridization with V. planifolia. Its chemical characterization was carried out in a series of experiments, described in this second of four parts.

The curing of ripe, green vanilla beans convert a generally unflavored pod into the universally recognized and popular aromatic product.

Vanilla Bean Extraction: Old Procedures Needing a Makeover

Part 1 of 2: Exploring regulations and vanilla extraction methods.

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Progress in Essential Oils: Celery Seed and Leaf Oils

This month's column discusses the chemical compositions of celery seed leaf and oil.

Five hundred ppm of gamma-octalactone is very effective in cereal flavors. Lower levels can also be useful in pizza dough and bread flavors.

gamma-Octalactone in Savory, Berry, Tropical, Orchard, Alcoholic and Other Flavors

Should we really limit ourselves to copying nature? The choice boils down to an entertaining, win-win contest between authenticity and creativity.

Reflections of a Retired Flavorist Before He Forgets: Vanilla—A Requiem?

As I look back—covering parts of seven decades—no flavor has been surrounded with more controversy than vanilla. Vanilla was once considered to be number one in popularity but I very much doubt if it is still the favorite.

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A Natural and a Pod: Commonalities in Vanilla and Tea Processing

Shared chemistry, biochemistry and processing in tea leaf and vanilla pod.

Progress in Essential Oils: Mentha Citrate and Ajowan Oils

This edition discusses the chemical composition of Ajowan oil and Mentha citrata oil.

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Part 1: The Microstructure of and Compartmentation in the Ripe Vanilla Bean

This paper is the first in a two-part series on vanilla curing. This installment considers the vanilla bean tissue microstructure and cellular compartmentation of key enzymes and chemical actives in relation to their potential for vanillin and flavor formation in the ripe bean.

Natural Essential Oils: Extraction Processes and Application to Some Major Oils

This discussion offers a brief overview of the different processes used to obtain natural essential oils. The trend of development in natursl essential oils for the near future will be to: —obtain products free of organic solvents —impove the preparation of the plant matter in order to get better yields —develop aromatic molecules through fermentation

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