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Taste is our fifth sense. Taste cells or receptors detect food and drink molecules on the tongue and then send signals to the brain to

Halloween has grown in popularity in the UK, expanding from a 1 day event to at least a weeks worth of celebrations. As a result,

Hot beverages are highly consumed by the public with teas and coffees often being a daily occurrence, even multiple times a day. It is unsurprising,

We are excited to announce our Q3 new flavour launches which highlight Plant-Ex’s innovation and expertise in flavour creation! Our Flavourists have been non-stop in

September is upon us and that can only mean one thing… Oktoberfest is about to be in full swing! Oktoberfest is an annual event held

Plant-Ex Ingredients Ltd announced the acquisition of a 50% shareholding in a factory which was then renamed Plant-Ex Gida in 2019 and brought under the

Fruit and Vegetable powders come from high-quality juice concentrates, purees and not-from-concentrate juices. Plant-Ex can provide a from-the-named-source (FTNF) label declaration for any fruit or

What are E-numbers? E-numbers are standardised codes used for substances that are used as food additives, and each E-number relates to a different additive. On

Consumers are increasingly choosing plant-based sources of protein, but still crave the satisfying taste of meat. As vegan meat prices rise, we can help you

Attention all sports nutrition enthusiasts and manufacturers! Are you looking for some inspiration for your next product launch? Well, look no further, as we’re delving

Have you ever noticed how a visually appealing dish can instantly make your mouth water, even before you take the first bite? The captivating colours

In recent years, the dairy aisles in supermarkets are stocking up with dairy alternative product, as consumers are becoming more vegan-conscious and choosing plant-based options.

Following on from our popular new flavour launches from Q1, we are delighted to introduce our new flavour innovations from Plant-Ex during Q2. Our Flavourists

At Plant-Ex we have been focusing on marshmallow colour and flavour innovation. Typically, marshmallows are flavoured with vanilla or strawberry, keeping it nice and simple

It’s the season for innovation. What better way to enjoy the sunshine, than an ice-cold and refreshing drink? The beverage industry is forever innovating, with

In July 2021, Plant-Ex Ingredients Ltd announced the opening of Plant-Ex Polska as a European distribution hub and a sales office. The main driver for

Vinegar Powders are the most popular products from our extracts division. We take high-quality vinegar powders which are then spray dried onto a carrier, typically

Let’s talk about all things baking! From cookies and cakes to bread, pies, and pastries, there are plenty of opportunities to take your baking to

Provenance refers to the country of origin of a product; a big trend for food and beverage manufacturers. Declaring provenance can provide a story to

The hottest days of the year are coming and ice cream is one of the most popular products in summer with people of all ages!

The flavour lab at Plant-Ex is always buzzing with activity – from Flavour Matching (read more about how we match flavours here) to fun creation

When you imagine snacks, what do you think of? Whether you’re working on crisps, crackers, chips, cereal bars or popcorn we are here to help

Everything you need to know about essential oils and oleoresins … Essential oils and oleoresins make up a large portion of Plant-Ex’s Extracts Division. We

Chocolate never fails to impress, and is enjoyed by nearly everyone. Consumers want to indulge and what better way to do this than heavenly chocolate

Manufacturers use the colour purple to promote good quality, and it helps to encourage people to eat healthier and try new and exciting foods. Portraying

Where does vanilla extract come from? It’s in the name – it’s made by soaking aged/cured vanilla beans in ethanol and water to ‘extract’ all

The extracts division at Plant-Ex is a diverse one – we have a large variety of oils, oleoresins and powders for sweet and savoury applications.

We’re here to show you which colours were the most popular among our customers throughout 2022. Colour is arguably one of the most important components

As we progress into 2023, we decided to officially wrap up 2022 by presenting you with our top flavours of the year for each division.

Is it really a surprise that Vanilla is considered to be the world’s favourite flavour? A subtle but intoxicating combination of sweet, creamy, and floral

Traceability is at the forefront of what we do, and having on-site spray driers at our sites in the UK and Turkey means we have

Plant-Ex are here to meet all your needs… Colour matching is a popular service that is offered to our new and existing customers at Plant-Ex.

The Food Protection Systems division is the most recent division set up by Plant-Ex. It was set up in order to provide natural, clean-label ingredient

The Plant-Ex Research and Marketing Teams have been working hard to discover the upcoming flavour trends taking place over the course of the next 3-5 years.

With Christmastime upon us, it’s apparent that the food industry had been busy innovating throughout the year for their 2022 releases. Plant-Ex has scoured supermarket

Autumn is a beautiful time of the year! The days get shorter, the nights become colder and the colour of the leaves on the trees

‘Matching’ is a free of charge service offered by Plant-Ex, and is very popular amongst new and existing customers. Often, this service is popular as

Blue has always been one of the most popular colours in food and beverage. It is often used to convey a sense of naturalness, healthfulness,

Strawberry flavour is a go-to for many food manufacturers globally, and is one of the most popular flavours in the world, just after chocolate and

Its safe to say that Green is one of our favourite colours at Plant-Ex… just look at our logo! The colour green is often linked

Colours for vegan meat applications are fairly limited to red-pink shades or brown shades, depending on the meat manufacturers are looking to replicate and whether

Plant-Ex’s Applications Team has been working hard over the past few months in order to generate new ideas for Halloween, utilising the most popular and

Over the years, a lot of research has been done in order to demonstrate the link between certain colours, and how they make you feel.

Orange is a very popular food colour, and for good reason! Orange colours come from a variety of cost-effective, natural sources. The 3 main natural

Nothing beats the flavour of fresh, in-season Raspberries during the summer months. In our latest creation, the humble Raspberry is given a refreshing, summery twist

The confectionery industry is under pressure as consumers shift to healthier lifestyles. In this blog post, we’ll explore the challenges facing the industry, including declining

You can achieve a red colour from a variety of different pigments, deriving from plants, minerals or even insects. Although there is a variety of

With today being World Chocolate Day (July 7th), we thought we’d take a look at the variety that chocolate has to offer. From the classic

Black garlic is made by heating garlic over the course of a few weeks/months, producing some compounds of the Maillard reaction and giving the iconic,

Case Study by the department of Food Protection Systems at Plant-Ex ingredients on Carmine replacements.  Currently, Carmine blends are used to provide the pink colour

A hot summer is ahead which means ice cream producers will be busy manufacturing to keep up with the demand… but what are the ice

Are you looking to create the next most delicious bakery product on the market? You are in the right place. With our NPD team, we

We all as food manufacturers have one goal, make our products look and taste natural. In this article, we want to focus on what makes

International Ingredient Manufacturer Plant-Ex Ingredients Ltd is following up their two years of investments into their UK, Polish and Turkish sites with an innovative selection

What are Anthocyanins? Anthocyanin is an umbrella term for a group of pigments that are primarily found in fruits and vegetables. Every type of anthocyanin

Burnt Sugar is a caramelised sugar syrup produced through the controlled heating of food sugars without the addition of other ingredients/additives. The Maillard reaction caramelised

Did you know that we provide Colours, Top note flavours, Extracts and FPS for Sports nutrition? Yes, we do! If you’re looking to attract all

The ingredient guide for a delicious and romantic Valentine. Plant-Ex has always been up to challenges, making ingredients for every occasion, holiday and season with

Until 2021, arguably the most cost effective means of achieving, for example, a black pepper taste into a food product was to add ground black