flavours
Hanovia keeps production pure
Microbial growth due to contaminated water or ingredients can cause discolouration, off flavours and shortened shelf life.
Nestlé explores sale of US confectionery business
Swiss food giant Nestlé is to explore strategic options for its US confectionery business, including a potential sale.
Launch of artisan Fairtrade coffee brand
Shahid Mehdi, founder of The Real Basmati Rice Co., has now cofounded The Real Coffee Bean Co.
Round Up: Ingredients
Here is your weekly round-up of ingredients news. Next week’s round-up will focus on packaging news. To submit an item for inclusion, please contact Carly Wood at carly@bellpublishing.com.
Burton’s Biscuit Company invests in Maryland
Burton’s Biscuit Company has announced significant investment in its Maryland brand over the next 12 months.
Chocolate company accepts digital currency
Chocolate company Love Cocoa is now accepting digital currency Bitcoin for its products.
UK sees launch of sparkling cocktails in cans
This month will see the launch of a new canned alcoholic beverage, HappyDown.
Putting the milk in Milkybar
Nestlé’s white chocolate brand Milkybar is increasing the amount of milk in its recipe, making it the number one ingredient.
Cider season
Despite cider rapidly being considered a year-round drink, the category is recognised as being responsive to warmer weather.
Monster Energy announces new product
Coca-Cola European Partners (CCEP) has announced the arrival of a new product to add to its energy portfolio. Monster Hydro, a non carbonated energy drink will come in three different flavours: Tropical Thunder, Mean Green and Manic Melon.
Abertay University research to target fruity flavours in whisky
Research at Abertay University could open a new market for Scotch whisky by investigating how alternative yeasts can enhance fruity flavours in Scotland’s national drink.
Cheesecake pieces
Supplied frozen, Pecan Deluxe Candy’s new cheesecake pieces are created from natural, clean label ingredients and provide both new flavour and texture opportunities across multiple applications.
WFSI extends portfolio with new colouring foods
ADM-owned Wild Flavours & Speciality Ingredients (WFSI) is extending its natural colouring foods portfolio with the addition of two products based on extracts from pumpkin and a special carrot variety containing lycopene.
Soft drink Zeo undergoes brand relaunch
This month low calorie soft drink Zeo is celebrating a brand relaunch to mark the introduction of a new, no added sugar range.