Sensient Flavors presents a new range of natural flavours. Inspired by the company‘s proprietary “Trends to Taste” analysis, which pinpoints the latest culinary trends on both a global and a local scale, a range of uniquely inspiring flavours have come to life: With a focus on exciting pairings such as fresh kiwi and creamy coconut or pineapple and passionfruit. The new portfolio comprises a range for use in all sugar-based confectionery as well as chewing gums.
Combining high quality raw materials, the latest technology and ­in-depth flavouring know-how, the ­experts for sweet flavours based at Sensient Flavors in Milton Keynes, UK, have created a range of unique flavour combinations. To meet the increasing demand for taste sensations beyond the ordinary, the range offers novel taste experiences: while the combination of green tea and orange liqueur flavours delivers a sophisticated chewing gum experience for adults, children will be more drawn to the tropical blend of watermelon and coconut. The new range also offers more familiar taste profiles and when developing these, Sensient’s designers have focused on exotic raw materials that are a step above the ordinary. For example, the citrus fruit Calamansi, a hybrid of mandarin and kumquat, captures sweet and refreshing orange and zesty lemon notes.
In order to redefine confectionery flavours in a multitude of ways, Sensient has a comprehensive ingredients portfolio to hand. So, the trend for texture pairing can, for example, be met by embedding inclusions and sauces that elicit multisensory expe­riences. When aiming for low calorie candies and chewing gums with calorie reduction claims, Sensient‘s ­sophisticated APSS (All-Purpose Sweet Solutions™) range can be used to reduce or replace sugar entirely, while still maintaining the desired sensory impact.
APSS also masks off-tastes, which can arise when using functional ingredients and alternative sweeteners. Working together with the Sensient Colors business unit, flavourings and vibrant colours can be adjusted perfectly to achieve products that capture the imagination in all senses.