Consumers are clamoring for forward-thinking products that offer an increasing array of health benefits. Replacing sugar with an alternative natural sweetener might seem like the easiest and safest path but wandering down that road without a map or a guide can be more than treacherous.
Icon Foods has been formulating premium crafted sweeteners and leading the industry in customer service since 1999. Our ability to innovate and deliver to our partners has made us a trusted voice in the clean label sweetener community.
The World of Natural
Like a cupboard full of spices, each formulated blend imparts a unique taste and flavor profile. The distinctive functional properties create a versatile portfolio of balanced sweetening solutions that lend themselves to a variety of applications. While sugar’s sweetness gradually develops, lingers, and diminishes slowly, high-intensity sweeteners deliver a sharp initial impact followed by a lasting sensation. The interplay of other ingredients can either enhance or diminish the characteristics of a sweetener.
Combining certain sweeteners can synergistically enhance their overall effectiveness, thereby surpassing their individual contributions. Leveraging these synergies not only optimizes flavor but also allows for the reduction of each sweetener used, leading to cost savings.
Comprehending the nuances of each sweetener, its functionalities, and its interaction with other components can expedite the development of an ideal sweetening system tailored for beverages, confection, baked goods, or other products. Customizing sweetening solutions ensures a precise sweetness level and unique profile that builds the foundation of a successful product.
