What exactly does natural flavoring refer to, and are these safe to eat?
Natural flavorings, unlike artificial ones, are safe for you and quite tasty; though a real peach picked at its peak ripeness will always taste superior to any artificial counterparts.
Strawberry
Strawberry’s snappy acidity, leafy green notes, and fruity aroma make it an excellent partner for many fresh, fruity flavors. Numerous perceptually impactful volatile compounds have been linked to strawberry’s intense flavors: caramel-scented esters and hexenals are commonly associated with strawberry flavor intensity; other such volatiles include acetic acid (which forms vinegar), butyric acid (which contributes to strawberry’s ripeness), as well as fruity terpenes and esters such as pineapple tree fruits or cotton candy terpenes and esters that smell similar to pineapple tree fruits or cotton candy odors.
Natural strawberry flavorings add delicious depth and depth to baked goods such as ‘crostatas’ and sponge cakes, while providing a delectable harmony in desserts like gelato or sorbets. Strawberry extract pairs perfectly with other berries such as blackberries or raspberries; pairing even further for a refreshing frozen treat!
As a flavoring ingredient, strawberry is generally safe for most individuals to consume without experiencing adverse health consequences. To add an additional level of safety, strawberry emulsion offers another approach as it blends more easily with water-based recipes and is less vulnerable to high temperatures than extract or flavoring oils.
Raspberry
Natural raspberry flavorings differ from many artificial ones by being entirely free from animal products and can be used in beverages from nonalcoholic fruit punches to revitalizing morning smoothies. They pair particularly well with roasty notes such as coffee and dark chocolate, malty goodness of hefeweizen beer, or botanical bitterness in gin – and make an ideal complement!
Dependent upon its maturity at harvest time, raspberry can range in flavor from tart and refreshing to jammy and sweet, boasting bright fruity esters and ketones alongside leafy floral and woody tones.
As an added benefit, raspberries are highly nutritious fruits containing lots of vitamin C, fiber and antioxidants. Furthermore, some species of raspberry leaves have traditionally been used to treat respiratory conditions, heart issues and flu symptoms; as well as blocking alpha-amylase enzyme which reduces sugar absorption after meals which could positively influence blood sugar levels (1) (2)
Blueberry
Blueberry flavoring is an exceptional choice for confectionary, adding an aromatic, fruity note to jellies and jam sweets. It pairs beautifully with chocolate, vanilla and other creamy flavors. Furthermore, this natural Organic* flavoring can intensify and expand dessert flavors like ice cream or sorbet by heightening its complexity and intensity.
Strawberry’s versatile flavor profile and delectable nature has inspired food and beverage manufacturers to add healthful ingredients into their products, particularly targeting millennials and Generation Z consumers who prioritise healthy ingredients when making purchasing decisions.
Blueberries have been associated with increased memory function and lower risk of cardiovascular disease through a number of clinical trials, thanks to their abundant (poly)phenol content which acts as both anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. As such, blueberries make an ideal complement to any diet designed to decrease inflammation and enhance cardiovascular wellbeing.
Mixed Berry
Raspberry, blueberry and strawberry is an irresistibly delicious natural fruit flavor combination perfect for beverages, ice cream, baked goods and candy products.
Mixed berry flavors refers to any combination of popular berries like strawberries, raspberries and blueberries combined together for various uses. Other varieties such as blackberries or cranberries may also be added into the mix for various applications. Berries can be mixed fresh or frozen before being used in recipes such as jams/jellies/desserts/smoothies etc.
Our Mixed Berry Flavor 2247 is an irresistibly delicious natural blend of blueberry, strawberry and raspberry profiles, perfect for use in baking products, beverages, confectionery products, nutraceuticals and dietary supplement products. Derived from any combination of these berries then distilled into reddish-purple to dark purple liquid for use as food and drink product flavorings.
