Fruit-based functional beverages: how to provide flavour, colour and natural sweetness
Functional beverages are evolving towards formulations that must combine a clear benefit with a pleasant sensory experience. For R&D teams, the challenge is not only to incorporate vitamins, minerals, fibre or botanical extracts, but also to balance acidity, bitterness, aroma and mouthfeel. In this context, fruit-derived ingredients can perform several functions within a single formulation: […]
The secret behind sweetness and color in tea and bubble tea
China, Japan, Turkey, the Netherlands, Great Britain, the rest of Europe and Asia, the USA… The history of tea has traveled through almost every culture on the planet. Its origin is ancient, dating back to 2700 BC in the Chinese Empire. It went from being a medicinal infusion to an elite social drink, and later […]
The natural ingredient that sweetens and improves jams, jellies and fruit spreads
How to reformulate jams without added sugars using grape juice concentrate: preservation, natural color, antioxidants, and key points when choosing a supplier. Jam remains a classic… but the consumer has changed. Today people look for a short label, recognizable ingredients and fewer refined sugars, without giving up texture, shine and flavor. In that balance, grape […]
NFC grape juice: a key ingredient for premium foods
“The most natural expression of the grape” Grape juice has for centuries been synonymous with abundance, purity and celebration. Before fermentation began transforming the must into wine, fresh grape juice was already valued as a noble food, sweet, energetic, and deeply connected to the land and the wonderful rhythm of the seasons. From the very […]
Health benefits of grape juice concentrate and trends for 2026
The global grape processing market is evolving and creating several business opportunities. A growth rate of 5.3 percent per year is expected over the next 7 years. This is due to consumers being more informed and demanding, the adoption of sustainable practices, and technological advances. This drives innovation and the development of new food products […]
From the vineyard to innovation: applications of grape juice in food and beverages
According to Egyptian mythology, it was King Osiris himself who planted the first vine in the city of Thyrsa. Since then, the grape has been linked to the origin of wine in the world. Archaeological evidence traces the use of grapes for wine production back to around 6000 BC. For centuries, that sweet and fresh […]
Concentrated grape juice in infant nutrition: opportunities for innovation
The WHO and UNICEF recommend providing complementary foods from six months of age that are safe and nutritionally adequate. It is from the second half of life onwards that infants’ nutrient and energy needs begin to exceed what breast milk provides. In addition, it is at this age that babies are considered to be sufficiently […]
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 […]
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; […]
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, […]