What is an Organic Flavor Concentrate?
Natures Flavors Organic Flavor Concentrates are extremely concentrated water soluble liquids that contains no alcohol. They are set in an Organic Gum Acacia Base and very heat stable. Every Flavor concentrate in this category is Certified Organic, Kosher, Vegan, Gluten Free, and contains No Allergens! Natures Flavors Flavor Concentrates are made to withstand high temperatures for a long duration. They're perfect in most baking applications, or with products that are pasteurized, because they are heat stable up to 400 degrees F!
Natures Flavors Organic Flavor Concentrates are great in any water-based hot, cold, food, or drink, application. As some flavors are lost at high temperatures please adjust the usage upward slightly. Concentrates are great in cold applications such as ice creams, frozen yogurts, cold beverages, and other frozen products, as it freezes readily due to the fact that it is alcohol free.
Why use a concentrate instead of an extract?
Natures Flavors Organic Flavor Concentrates contain no alcohol, and are more heat stable than a Flavor Extracts. This makes them better suited for high heat applications. Organic Flavor Concentrates usually appear as a cloudy/opaque colored liquid. If your application calls for a clear flavoring, we recommend an Organic Flavor Extract. Natures Flavors Organic Flavor Concentrates are very potent, and of similar strength to our Organic Flavor Extracts and our Organic Flavor Oils.
Usage for these flavors should start under 0.5% and work up to 4% maximum. You will need to experiment to achieve the perfect strength for flavoring your recipe, but once you finish you will be happy with your results!