Ingredients for Dairy Processors

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Phoenix-based Shamrock Farms launched Shamrock Farms Rockin' Protein Plus, a ready-to-drink beverage that combines the functional benefits of protein and superfruits.

New ingredients from Cargill, DDW, Chr. Hansen and more!

New ingredients and equipment from Matthews Marking Systems, Applied Biomimetic, Milk Specialties Global, and more!

Three or four decades ago, consumers had few choices when it came to ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages. The available assortment consisted mainly of milk, soft drinks, juice/fruit drinks and alcoholic beverages such as wine and beer.

Today's consumers expect a lot from the foods and beverages they consume. They desire clean labels, nutritional/health-related benefits and convenience, all without sacrificing taste.

The perception of any flavor (F) is a combination of appearance (A), aroma (A), acidity (A), taste (T), texture (T) and temperature (T), or "FAAATTT." Although these attributes hold for most foods and food ingredients, they do not capture the whole of the chemical and physical challenges in flavoring plant-based frozen desserts.

New ingredients from Cargill, Colony Gums Inc., CP Kelco and more!

Surprise bites of chocolate chips, cookie dough, pie pieces and other miniature treats have long delighted ice cream and frozen dessert consumers. But today's health-conscious eaters are asking for more from their desserts, including the inclusions within them, than an indulgent, satisfying mouthful.