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The Nutmeg Conundrum

Why are nutmeg prices running counter to the rest of the essential oil market?

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The Spice Trail: Nutmeg

Origins, cultivation and processing. Nutmeg and its sister spice, mace, come from the nutmeg tree (Myristica fragrans). This evergreen tree is native to the Molucca (or Banda) Islands in East Indonesia — known as the “Spice Islands” — and elsewhere in Indonesia.

Essential Oils Of Tagetes minuta From Brazil

The Tagetes genus, which is widespread throughout the world, is very rich in species containing essential oils, like most members of the Compositae family. A new interest in the essential oil of Tagetes minuta L. has been growing recently due to its flavor and fragrance properties. However, the increase in diseases caused by the mosquito Aedis aegypti in Brazil has stimulated research toward control of this insect using non-classical approaches.

Butterscotch can make good use of furaneol, with usage levels ranging from 1,000 ppm to 3,000 ppm.

Furaneol in Brown, Nut & Other Flavors

The first half (covering furaneol in fruit flavors) can be found in Perfumer & Flavorist+'s February 2024 issue.

For flavor profiles that are specifically designed to replicate toasted cheese the level of tetramethyl pyrazine needs to be increased to around 100 ppm.

Tetramethyl Pyrazine in Meat, Brown and Nut Flavors

Independent flavorist John Wright offers possible applications for tetramethyl pyrazine.

2-Acetylthiazole at around 10 ppm, adds a subtle note to black tea flavors.

2-Acetylthiazole in Nut, Meat, Brown and Other Flavors

This chemical is strong and versatile, adding depth and authenticity to a range of different flavors.

Fifty ppm is ideal for fresh tomato flavors, but the level can be doubled in flavors with a processed note.

Guaiacol in Savory, Brown, Nut, Fermented & Other Flavors

See how Guaiacol plays a lesser, but still important, part in a wide range of flavors that have some heated nuance within their profile.

Dimethyl disulfide is useful in all brown flavors but especially interesting in cocoa flavors.

Dimethyl Disulfide in Savory, Brown and Nut Flavors

The rather unpleasant and putrid profile of dimethyl disulfide can play an interesting role in quite a number of flavors, just not in raspberry.

Much higher levels of trans-2-nonenal, even up to 100 ppm, work well in roasted and fried potato flavors.

trans-2-Nonenal in Meat, Savory, Brown and Nut Flavors

A chemical that is very effective but is considered one of the most difficult to dose correctly.

The nutty aspect of 3-octen-2-one reinforces an attractive aspect of the peach skin character.

3-Octen-2-one in Nut, Savory, Fruit, Brown & Other Flavors

See how 3-octen-2-one can be used successfully in a very wide range of flavors way beyond the obvious nut category.

Chief innovation officer Uroš Gotar shares his passion for closing the gap between the beauty and food industry.

One on One: Tosla Nutricosmetics Discusses Collagen Masking Technology

The company’s chief innovation officer sheds light on the tech designed to achieve maximum palatability.

As a “close-to-nature” botanical, mint has the versatility to create many complex flavor pairings and has evolved to serve a variety of beverage formats.

Leveraging Mint Beverages to Meet Consumer Positive Nutrition Demands

How to capitalize on consumers seeking beverages that align with their personal wellness goals, while also providing exciting taste experiences.

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.

Bacon flavors can be achieved with ten ppm of 2,6-dimethyl pyridine to give a burnt note.

Flavor Bites: 2,6-Dimethyl Pyridine in Savory, Nut, Brown and other Flavors

Learn about the diverse range of applications for 2, 6-dimethyl pyridine.

The latest investments and portfolio debuts in the nutritional ingredient space designed to meet growing consumer demand.

dsm-firmenich, Kalsec & Symrise Invest in Nutritional Flavor Ingredient Partnerships & Research

The latest investments and portfolio debuts in the nutritional ingredient space.

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Fragrance Sustainability: Seeking a Sustainable Alternative to Brazilian Rosewood

Linalool enantiomers in the essential oils of aromatic plants from Brazil: Aniba rosaeodora (rosewood), Lippia alba (erva cidreira) and Ocimum basilicum (basil).

iso-Valeric acid makes a subtle, but very useful, contribution to hazelnut flavors at 100 ppm.

iso-Valeric Acid in Dairy, Brown, Nut, Savory, Alcoholic Drink & Fruit Flavors

The profile of iso-valeric is very much stereotypical of the primary cheese odor, without any hint of the faint goaty character that starts to creep into the series of aliphatic acids from six carbon atoms upwards.

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Brazil: An Insider’s Perspective on the World’s Largest Fragrance Market

What captivates Brazilian consumers and where is this still-developing market headed in the coming years?

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