Ana Soler: Honouring the family legacy with commitment and creativity.
Today we speak with Ana Soler, second-generation family member and current Chair of the Board at JULIAN SOLER S.A. With a clear, calm vision, deeply rooted in her father’s legacy, Ana invites us to discover the essence of a company that has successfully professionalised without losing its soul one that now exports concentrated grape must
- Published in EQUIPO JULIAN SOLER
Did you know that must concentrate is very present in balsamic vinegars, semi-sweet vinegars and vinegar creams?
Vinegar, from the French “vin aigre” (sour wine), has been a condiment used and acclaimed since ancient times. The Romans used it as an energy drink and as a key ingredient for medicines and sanitizing substances. It was in the Middle Ages that concentrated grape must began to be used to create more refined, higher
- Published in CONCENTRATED GRAPE JUICE PRODUCTS, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
Sustainable agriculture in grape growing: the commitment of Julián Soler
“We are working to create a more sustainable grape growing system in the long term.” Today’s agricultural industry faces significant challenges due to climate change, scarcity of natural resources and the growing demand for more organic and sustainable food and products. Grape growing is no exception. For this reason, at JULIÁN SOLER, preserving the best
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Leading with Rhythm: Ramiro Martínez, CEO of Julián Soler
With equal parts patience and persistence, after two years, today we sit down to talk with Ramiro Martínez, CEO of Julián Soler. Who is Ramiro Martínez? Well, we start with a question that is not easy to answer, perhaps the most personal and challenging one. People are usually defined by others rather than defining themselves,
- Published in EQUIPO JULIAN SOLER
Quality and authenticity in grape juice concentrate: what are large food companies looking for?
Today’s consumers can only be won over by delivering quality and authenticity. Why? Consumer preferences are constantly evolving. They are not only looking for palatable foods; now they also demand products that are aligned with their values and expectations, that offer them answers to a multitude of factors, such as production with the lowest environmental
- Published in GRAPE JUICE PRODUCTION PROCESS, PRODUCTION QUALITY
Innovation in food and beverage products with grape juice concentrate: global trends
It is not the same to have witnessed major events in the 1950s or 1960s, like the Baby Boomers, as it is to have been born into a fully digital society in 2000, like generation “Z”. Generational experiences shape consumer preferences and habits. Thus, food choices, how to decide what to eat, where to eat,
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Making premium products from grape juice concentrate: how to meet the demand for quality and natural flavor
Premium foods are increasingly appealing to modern consumers. The reason? An increased awareness of the wellness that comes from consuming products with superior ingredients and, at the same time, the need to enjoy unique sensory experiences in every bite. This means that a large percentage of people are looking for more than just a commodity;
- Published in CONCENTRATED GRAPE JUICE PRODUCTS, PRODUCTION QUALITY
Innovation in the production of grape juice concentrate: sustainability and efficiency
“The company, for me, is the main instrument of service to society” / Julián Soler When we talk about sustainability in our grape juice concentrate production, we refer to an integrated, efficient and innovative management that encompasses environmental, economic and social factors. In our unique must-making process, we promote environmentally friendly agricultural and industrial practices
- Published in RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
Your global grape juice solutions provider for food and beverage companies that innovate
We help our customers innovate and stay ahead of emerging food trends. The food and beverage industry is a sector in which consumer demands change and evolve rapidly. To adapt and remain competitive, innovation is essential. Of course, this also implies having the ability to develop differentiated products adapted to market demands. At JULIÁN SOLER
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The many advantages of grape juice concentrate for the food and beverage industry
From the popular “petimezi”, the grape syrup used as a sweetener in ancient Greece, to the versatile “defrutum”, the thick grape juice used to sweeten or preserve fruits and meats in ancient Roman cuisine, grape concentrate has become a highly valued ingredient in food and beverage production. Today, this product is revolutionizing the food industry,
- Published in CONCENTRATED GRAPE JUICE PRODUCTS, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
Use of grape pomace in the food industry
As the food and beverage industry moves toward greater sustainability and nutritional improvement, grape pomace is emerging as an innovative and multifaceted ingredient. This valuable by-product from grape processing offers numerous health benefits. It also has the ability to contribute important sensory properties to food products. And from the point of view of the circular
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Storage and transport of concentrated grape juice: What is needed to preserve the quality of the must?
Grape juice concentrate (must) is a valuable ingredient for the food and beverage industry. The reasons? There are many reasons. This fruit juice is versatile and provides a wealth of benefits. It is used to enrich the nutritional profile of various edible products, sweeten desserts and beverages, improve textures or provide a rich, natural color,
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Pineapple and grape juice concentrates: nutritious alternatives with intense flavors
In the health food and beverage industry, pineapple and grape juice concentrates are ingredients used to deliver nutritious and functional products to consumers. Both juices represent intensely flavored alternatives that capture the aromas, flavors and vitamins of fresh fruit, thereby offering health benefits that align with current fitness trends. Pineapple juice concentrate is highly popular
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Apple concentrate vs. grape concentrate for the food industry
Los zumos concentrados de frutas representan una fuente deliciosa y rica en nutrientes esenciales para el organismo. Son perfectos para aprovechar los beneficios de la fruta fresca en la elaboración de una gran cantidad de alimentos y bebidas. Entre estos concentrados destaca el jugo concentrado de manzana, por su versatilidad y capacidad para saborizar los alimentos. Además, se destaca el zumo concentrado de uva, por su alto contenido de antioxidantes y su poder colorante.
- Published in CONCENTRATED GRAPE JUICE PRODUCTS, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
Lemon juice concentrate: a versatile ingredient in the food industry
Citrus juices have special relevance around the world, both culturally and nutritionally, and are therefore in high demand. Among these citrus fruits is lemon juice concentrate, a product with multiple applications in the food, pharmaceutical, chemical and nutraceutical industries, including the restaurant sector. Moreover, this concentrate represents a market with remarkable growth. Not only because
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Use of fruit juice concentrate in the food and beverage industry
The growing demand for healthy food is increasingly driving the global market for fruit juice concentrates. These types of juices represent a nutritious and cost-effective alternative for various applications in the food and beverage industry. In addition to providing sweetness, flavour, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and other valuable micronutrients, they also offer a number of advantages,
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Chocolate enriched with grape juice by-products
The ability to deliver comforting consumer delights, with increasingly healthier and more nutritious ingredients, is gaining ground in the food sector, more so in the chocolate industry. Consumers want sweets that are more natural, more nutrient-dense, lower in sugar and aligned with environmental protection. Chocolate is the perfect candidate to meet these demands. Firstly because
- Published in CONCENTRATED GRAPE JUICE PRODUCTS, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
Resveratrol and its role in the cosmetics industry
Grapes and their derivatives are the most important natural sources of resveratrol. For this reason, they are gaining prominence in various industries, such as nutraceuticals, for the formulation of enriched foods and healthy and functional beverages; cosmetics, to make moisturising creams, serums and make-up that benefit the epidermis; and nutricosmetics, to develop nutritional supplements that
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Does grape juice concentrate contain alcohol?
The rise of the quest for wellness among consumers is driving the global alcoholic beverage industry to incorporate alternatives with little or no alcohol. Within this sector, wine producers have adapted to these new healthy trends and are also incorporating in their offer various non-alcoholic or low-alcoholic wine options, with flavours or bodies very similar
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Current Trends in the Healthy Beverage Industry
For consumers, healthy beverages are an excellent way to achieve that lifestyle that gives them a sense of all-around well-being. To do so, they demand a balance between profit, taste and sustainability. They still want interesting and delicious beverages, but without feeling guilty. In this post we focus on understanding what the consumer wants and
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Grape juice & healthy facts
The medicinal value of grapevines, grapes and the juices of ripe grapes have been recognised and used since ancient times to treat various conditions, such as liver disease, cholera and constipation. For example, in ancient Greece, a drink of honey plus unfermented grape juice (oenomel) was created to treat gout and other nervous disorders. Today,
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Aspartame vs. natural sugars from grape concentrate
There are several types of sugars in the daily diet. Some sugars are added to food, others are present in fruit and vegetables. The truth is that sugars are a source of energy and, according to the European Food Safety Authority EFSA, some types of sugars, such as glucose, are essential for the proper functioning
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Consuelo Soler, I admire my uncle and I am happy to work for my family.
1-In a few words, who is Consuelo Soler, how do you define yourself? I consider myself a hard worker, optimistic and always ready to teach and help people around me who need me. 2-How long have you been working at Julián Soler and what are your duties? I started working in the company in 1985,
- Published in EQUIPO JULIAN SOLER
How has the production of red and white grape juice concentrate evolved at Julián Soler?
Increased production and diversification of products and solutions within the grape juice and concentrate industry at Julián Soler. Since our beginnings as grape juice concentrators in 1968, the significant increase in production experienced by Julián Soler over the years has been accompanied by technological innovation and diversification of products and solutions within the grape juice
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How does grape juice concentrate contribute to the development of isotonic (energy) beverages?
Currently, the use of fruit juices as a base for the production of functional and healthy beverages is an increasingly noticeable trend. Grape juice is one of the ones that contributes the most antioxidants to isotonic or sports drinks. Moreover, must contains key bioactive compounds for the balance of the microbiota and provides electrolytes and
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Juan Antonio Picazo, a champion at Julián Soler
1- In a few words, who is Juan Antonio Picazo, how do you define yourself? I define myself as a compassionate, caring and humble person. 2- How long have you been working at Julián Soler and what are your duties? It’s been 27 years now, and I’m in production, specifically in the grape juice concentrate
- Published in EQUIPO JULIAN SOLER
The best natural base for making wine: grape juice concentrate
Wine is one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world, and there are so many varieties that there will always be one to suit every palate. For thousands of years, it has been part of the culture and life in society, and for years it has become an important pillar in the economy
- Published in CONCENTRATED GRAPE JUICE PRODUCTS
Josefa González, perfection in the production of Julián Soler.
1- In a few words Who is Josefa, how do you define yourself? I define myself as a responsible, active and perfectionist person. 2- How long have you been working at Julián Soler and what are your duties? At the moment I am a filler, but I have done various jobs over the years in
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Audaz Escribano, in 4 years we have taken giant steps at Julián Soler.
1- In a few words Who is Audaz Escribano, how do you define yourself? Well, I like to define myself by living up to my name, which means “audacious” hahahaha. 2- How long have you been working at Julián Soler and what are your duties? My work at Julián Soler began about 12 years ago
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Perfect pairing with grape juice concentrate – a growing trend in the hospitality industry
Food pairing with grape juice? Food and drink pairing with fruit juices is becoming more and more popular in gastronomic offers. The end consumer demands new experiences, light, low-alcohol or non-alcoholic drinks and dishes made from unique flavour combinations and textures. Therefore, using juices as ingredients in a variety of dishes and desserts, as well
- Published in CONCENTRATED GRAPE JUICE PRODUCTS, EVENTS AND FAIRS
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