Flavors & Seasonings & Spices

Strategies for Crafting Products with Multi-Sensory Indulgence

luann.williams@innovami.com (Lu Ann Williams) — Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Innova Market Insights’ “Layers of Delight” trend reveals how indulgence is evolving beyond simple treats to include mood support, sensory appeal and health-conscious features. From Dubai chocolate to premium dairy desserts, brands are balancing comfort, texture and flavor innovation with consumer demand for emotional wellness and better-for-you ingredients.

5 Gum Launches Flavor-Changing EVOLUTION Innovation

Sat, 16 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

5 gum is introducing EVOLUTION, the brand’s first flavor-changing gum designed to deliver a shifting sensory experience with every chew. The innovation begins with tangy sour notes before evolving into sweeter berry flavors, adding a new twist to the gum category’s flavor innovation pipeline.

Vibrant Ingredients Unveils Innovation Center to Advance Product Development

Thu, 14 May 2026 07:30:00 -0400

Vibrant Ingredients has opened an 11,000sq-ft Innovation Center in Cranbury, N.J., designed to accelerate product development through hands-on collaboration and rapid prototyping. The facility expands the company’s technical capabilities for beverage and food applications while giving customers direct access to formulation, flavor and commercialization expertise.

Mitra9 Enters Functional Soda Segment

Tue, 05 May 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Mitra9 is expanding its beverage portfolio with Bubbly Pop, a functional soda inspired by nostalgic cola and champagne flavors. The launch highlights growing interest in approachable, flavor-driven wellness drinks designed for casual, social consumption.

Bluegrass Ingredients Elevates Citrus Flavor with Versatile Juice Powders

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0400

At the core of the portfolio is a flavor-forward experience that combines enhanced flavors, improved mouthfeel, and a richer citrus profile to elevate overall flavor impact, help products stand out in crowded categories and support premium positioning. Consistent flavor delivery protects each brand’s signature taste from batch to batch, ensuring dependable citrus flavor in every application.

McCormick, Unilever Combine Food Businesses

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400

McCormick and Unilever are combining food portfolios to expand global reach and scale in flavor categories. The move is expected to boost innovation, distribution and product development across retail and foodservice.

NuSpice Launches Retro-Inspired ‘NuStalgia’ Campaign

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400

NuSpice is blending nostalgia with flavor innovation through a campaign centered on chili crunch seasoning concepts and interactive brand experiences. The initiative showcases how global flavor trends can translate into versatile, ready-to-use product solutions.

Bluegrass Ingredients: On-Trend Tastes

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:15:00 -0500

Bluegrass Ingredients will serve a wide range of samples that showcase the company’s flavor, texture and functional capabilities across snacks, entrees and desserts.

10 Flavors Set to Shape 2026 Menus

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:00:00 -0500

From mandarin and cherry to sweet heat and tiramisu, Tastepoint by IFF names the 10 flavors expected to influence food and beverage innovation in 2026. The list spans categories from beverages and snacks to bakery and dairy, reflecting shifting consumer tastes and global inspiration.

Bluegrass Ingredients: Forward-Looking Flavors

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 15:00:00 -0500

Brands that balance nostalgia with innovation will win. Consumers are craving foods that feel familiar but deliver something new. Brands that help people reconnect with the past—while creating products future generations will remember—are best positioned to lead.

Flavor Forecast: Dark Cherry

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0500

According to the report, dark sweet cherry will be a standout flavor in 2026 due to its striking deep red color, intense sweetness and impressive versatility. With a complex flavor profile described as “juicy, rich and tart,” dark sweet cherry is a nostalgic favorite for many North American consumers familiar with varieties such as Chelan, Sweetheart, Lapin, Stella, Bing and more.

Eat Happy Kitchen Expands Spice Blends to Gelson’s Markets

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0500

Eat Happy Kitchen’s full spice blend lineup is now on shelves at all 28 Gelson’s Markets, marking continued growth for the clean-label brand. The expansion follows new national placements and recent category additions, including pasta sauces and Cheese Bites.

Torani Names Forest Pine as 2026 Flavor of the Year

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 08:15:00 -0500

Torani is introducing Puremade Forest Pine Syrup, a botanical flavor rooted in the rise of foraged and aromatic ingredients across cafés and beverage menus. Selected after extensive trend research, the new syrup supports workforce initiatives and is available now online and at World Market.

Flavor Dynamics: Full Flavor Resource

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0500

The redesigned website addresses a critical challenge facing many technical B2B companies: translating deep technical expertise and innovation into a digital experience that resonates with demanding audiences, including product developers, R&D teams, and procurement managers.

PepsiCo Unveils Colorless, Clean-Label Doritos and Cheetos Line

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0500

PepsiCo’s new Simply NKD range reflects growing demand for simplified ingredient statements and reduced use of artificial additives. The reformulation maintains flavor and texture without colorants, signaling a notable shift in large-scale snack development.

Butter Buds: Savory Flavor Solution

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 03:00:00 -0500

According to Mintel’s 2025 Trending Flavors and Ingredients in Snacks report, consumers continue to crave familiar flavors that offer indulgence while featuring high-quality, natural ingredients. Familiarity in flavors continues to be a strong driver, with cheese and pizza flavors maintaining their popularity.

Sour Punch Expands Pickle Portfolio with All Pickle Straws

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0500

Sour Punch is doubling down on the pickle craze with its latest limited-edition All Pickle Straws, blending tangy dill flavor with the brand’s signature sour sugar coating. The online-exclusive launch follows fan buzz from its playful Pickle Roulette release.

Hormel, Frank’s RedHot Partner on Spicy Bacon Launch

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0400

Hormel Foods has teamed with Frank’s RedHot to launch a co-branded bacon featuring the hot sauce’s signature flavor. The collaboration reflects continued consumer interest in bold, spicy profiles and cross-brand flavor innovation.

Bell Names Kelli Heinz Chief Marketing Officer

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Bell Flavors & Fragrances promoted longtime marketing leader Kelli Heinz to CMO. Heinz will guide brand strategy, oversee digital innovation and strengthen global collaboration across Bell’s marketing teams.

ADM: Tomorrow’s Tastes

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0400

ADM's new report spotlights three trend spaces influencing what flavors and colors – and food and beverage formats – are anticipated to captivate consumers in the year ahead.

ADM Flavor Chief Marie Wright Retires, Launches Consultancy

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Marie Wright, one of the flavor industry’s most influential leaders, is stepping away from ADM after guiding more than 1,200 scientists and shaping global innovation strategies. Her next move: consulting, co-founding Mystic Flavours, and expanding her impact through mentorship and industry leadership.

Kerry: Reduce Cocoa, Sugar

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Smart Taste represents the next evolution of Kerry’s leadership in taste. It combines deep market insights, world-class flavor creation, and unique food science expertise to meet the growing challenges facing the food industry.

Flavoring Beverages: Trends & Technologies

garrisonr@bnpmedia.com (Robert Garrison) — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

PF Chief Editor Bob Garrison talks beverage flavoring trends and technologies with Emily Cruz, R&D Manager, at Talking Rain Beverage Co. This Preston, Wash., business offers a wide variety of better-for-you beverages under the brands Talking Rain, Sparkling Ice and now, new Popwell.

Capol Acquires Blue Pacific Flavors to Drive Global Innovation

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0400

Donald Wilkes will continue as CEO of Blue Pacific Flavors, and the company’s management team and employees remain unchanged, ensuring seamless continuity for customers while adding the scale and resources of a global group.

Mizkan America Elevates Amy Luke Busker to Chief Commercial Officer, Taking Helm of R&D and Growth Platforms

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Luke Busker will lead marketing, R&D, signature brand sales, commercial brand sales, Mizkan Center of Excellence (COE), customer service and Mizkan’s newest growth platform, Inspired Mixology.

T. Hasegawa: Stabilize Citrus Flavor

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Citrus flavor oxidation causes major problems for beverage producers who need consistency of flavor and shelf stability in packaged form. Both dry and liquid beverages can be affected by UV light and temperature fluctuations, which can affect the pH balance and accelerate the process of oxidation.

Target Flavors: Sweet Heat

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Today’s consumers are seeking more than just traditional flavors—they’re chasing experiences. MAHACHA delivers on this desire, offering an intriguing balance of sweet, spicy, and savory. This distinctive combination brings together:

Twang Hot Pickle Flavored Salt

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Made with all-natural ingredients, Hot Pickle Flavored Salt delivers a bold kick with just the right amount of heat—made for pickle lovers who crave a spicy twist to elevate favorite snacks and dishes.

Association of Vanilla Exporters of Uganda Limited: Reliable Vanilla Source

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400

The announcement comes at a time when government involvement in market-leading vanilla countries like Madagascar and tariff uncertainty in the United States are driving food and beverage brands to expand the scope of their vanilla sourcing.

Newly Weds Foods: Liquid Assets

Thu, 22 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Through the acquisition, Newly Weds plans to further enhance its liquid and sauce manufacturing capabilities and expand its packaging offerings to include portion-controlled cups, sachets, and bag-in-box pouches.