Sensient Flavors has developed a new range cocktail-inspired flavours for soft drinks, allowing manufacturers to capture the taste profile of popular classics such as Piña Colada without the alcohol content.
The new line of flavours, which will particularly appeal to adults, is based on Sensient’s comprehensive industry trend spotting and has been created for use in carbonated soft drinks. The company said that the portfolio comprises a “classic line” of well-known cocktail specialities, a “seasonal selection”, a medley of “fruit explosions” and, for those with a penchant for woody or smoky tasting drinks, the “trip to the forest” varieties.
A brand spokesperson said: “Sensient’s new range is characterised by the cocktail’s familiar core elements, which are further refined with an innovative twist. So, instead of rum, peach was added to the traditional pineapple and coconut flavourings to create the Piña Colada-inspired mocktail.”
Stefano Asti, Sensient Flavors Beverage Europe’s technical director, continued: “Soft drinks are a popular alternative to alcoholic beverages, especially during a night out. And, as demand for novel sensory experiences continues to rise, consumers are looking for something beyond the ordinary selection of soft drinks. Mocktails bridge this gap perfectly; they appeal to adults who are seeking outstanding and innovative taste sensations. In addition, owing to their sophisticated ingredient composition and flavour profiles, manufacturers can position these drinks in the premium segment.”
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