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How Ingredient Sourcing Shapes Reformulation and Product Quality

May 14, 2026

Ingredient sourcing changes in 2026 can create unexpected reformulation and product consistency challenges. Plan for them earlier.

Using Flavor Systems to Improve Taste Across Temperature and Texture

Apr 16, 2026

Learn how flavor systems improve taste across temperature and texture, supporting sweetness, enhancing mouthfeel, and maintaining balance across formats.

2026 Regulatory News Affecting The North American Food and Beverage Industry

Feb 12, 2026

Regulatory news from FlavorSum about new and proposed regulations affecting North American food and beverage manufacturers in 2026.

Healthy Candy? How Brands Are Designing Confections with a Purpose

Jan 22, 2026

Healthy candy explained: how flavor, texture, and format shape functional confections without turning treats into supplements

Sweet Shifts: Candy Snacks and Flavor Cravings Change by the Clock

Oct 31, 2024

Discover how the reasons for choosing candy snacks and flavor preferences change throughout the day.

Infusing Function and Flavor into Fortified Gummies

Aug 15, 2024

Explore trending flavors and functionalities in fortified gummies and learn how to formulate with ingredients that align with shopper health and wellness goals.

Dialing in a Winning Flavor: Guidelines for Food & Beverage Developers Ordering Flavor Samples

Jan 18, 2024

Discover how to receive the right flavor samples for your food and beverage projects by following these guidelines.

Innovation Investigation: Consumer, Market, and Flavor Trends in Better for You Candy

Sep 21, 2023

Discover pathways to bring your favorite confections treats to life while still meeting desirable label claims with Better for You candy.

Innovation Evolution: Nostalgic Taste Trends in Baked Snacks, Cereal, and Confections

Aug 31, 2023

Let’s examine nostalgia trends and ideas for food and beverage brands to innovate with nostalgic flavors and formats.

Candy Innovation: Five Milestones on the Road to Crafting Sweet Success

Jun 22, 2023

How do you take candy innovation from an idea to a successful launch? Here are five milestones on your journey to crafting an irresistible confection.