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Comax Flavors' Flavor Trends

February 8, 2017

There’s no end in sight for new product innovation—with dizzying numbers of new food and beverage product launches. Today’s consumers are looking for more better-for-you products as well as engaging culinary experiences.

Snack mixes' popularity continues to grow among millennials and boomers

Versatile snack mixes continue to meet the varied snacking requisites of millennials and baby boomers.

Melissa Kvidahl Reilly

May 11, 2016

Snack mixes today show much promise for widespread appeal. “There is opportunity for growth in the snack mixes industry, as we are beginning to see consumers snack almost as much as they eat full meals,” says Trip Kadey, director of culinary, The French’s Food Co. LLC, Chester, NJ.

S’mores flavors

April 21, 2016

Comax Flavors has introduced two natural S’more flavors―S’mores and S’mores Pancake.

Flavor trends: A Natural Dilemma

Consumer desire for all-natural confections can lead to challenges for flavorists trying to create new flavor profiles.

Abigail Watt

March 28, 2016

When it comes to food, and especially candy, flavor is king. It’s a fact that the industry understands well — if it doesn’t taste good, consumers won’t eat it.

Consumer demand for pumpkin spice products drives development of Rich’s new offerings

March 5, 2016

Rich Products’ new portfolio of pumpkin spice-flavored desserts and sweet goods is designed to prepare in-store bakeries for the next wave of consumer demand for products with this popular flavor.

Frito-Lay announces 2015 ‘Do Us A Flavor’ contest winner

October 23, 2015

Hailey Green from Noblesville, IN, takes home the $1 million grand prize for her potato chip flavor Southern Biscuits and Gravy.

Pretzels stay competitive: State of the Industry 2015

Douglas J. Peckenpaugh

July 15, 2015

The pretzel segment today maintains time-honored product formats interspersed with innovative flourishes that can capture more snack dollars.

Chip Market Strong: State of the Industry 2015

Maxine Weber

July 15, 2015

Better-for-you ingredients and innovative flavors continue to keep potato chips at the top of consumers’ list of favorite snacks, while the classics still resonate.

Cracker market requires flexibility: State of the Industry 2015

Melissa Kvidahl Reilly

July 14, 2015

Snack manufacturers are giving the humble cracker a makeover - launching new flavors, formats, textures and functionality—as consumers demand more from these snack staples.

Snack Cakes hold their own: State of the Industry 2015

Romy Schafer

June 11, 2015

Despite growing demand for healthier snacks, consumers continue to turn to a perennial favorite - the snack cake - when seeking an indulgent and flavorful treat.