Lemon flavor is used in many household recipes and is also favored by consumers for its refreshing properties. Although this flavor is not a “new wind” in the F&B industry, it is still focused on developing by businesses. So why do juice flavour suppliers prefer to use lemon flavor? This article will analyze this question!

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Comparison of lemon flavored extract and regular lemon juice

Pure lemon extract is a lemon-flavored liquid, made by soaking lemon peels in alcohol. In the process, the alcohol absorbs the essential oils of the peel and reduces the bitterness or acidity of the lemon. Many recipes use lemon extract to enhance the flavor of fresh lemons without making the dish sour like pure lemon juice.

So how is lemon extract different from pure lemon juice? Here are some key differences:

Acid content

Since lemon extract is alcohol-based rather than lemon juice, its acid content is relatively low. That’s also why lemon extract doesn’t freeze dairy products like pure lemon juice.

Chemical basis

Lemon extract does not have a sour and bitter taste thanks to the use of alcohol. Lemon juice, on the other hand, has no base and is usually just squeezed lemon juice or lemon juice mixed with filtered water or preservatives. 

Extraction method

To extract lemons, manufacturers soak lemon peels in an unscented alcohol (such as vodka) to easily absorb the lemon flavor. With lemon juice, the producer only needs to squeeze lemons to make them secrete juice. You can make lemon juice and freshly squeezed lemonade at home; however, the extract will need time for the fragrance to become more pronounced.

Taste

Lemon flavor doesn’t have much of a sour or bitter taste, while pure lemon juice has a strong sour taste.

Uses

Because lemon extract has a strong lemon flavor without bitterness or acidity, it is a common ingredient in desserts or recipes that contain milk. On the other hand, lemon juice is used in recipes that require a sour lemon flavor, such as savory dishes, salad dressings, or recipes for freezing dairy products.

The benefits of applying lemon flavor to your products

Wide range of applications

Bringing good results and being loved by users, lemon is also widely used in the food service industry. Lemon yellow has become an irreplaceable essence and is used in many different product lines. The most typical of them are cakes, candies, soft drinks, even instant food.

In addition, the dish has a lemon flavor that is easy to satisfy all diners. The cool lemon flavor will stimulate the taste buds to make the dish more attractive. In addition, adding lemon to the recipe also helps the dish to be less greasy and reduce the sweet taste of chemical sugar.

Favorite flavor

According to Industry ARC’s report, the citrus market will reach a revenue of USD 5.69 billion in 2020, with a growth rate of 7.8%. In addition, the trend towards healthy flavors in 2021 also heralds a potential future for lemon-flavored products.

In the European market, lemon-flavored products account for 3% of the best-selling beverages. It is the context of the Covid-19 epidemic that has made users attracted to healthy products. With the ability to boost immunity, lemon flavor is definitely the first choice of many consumers today.

Match with healthy food trends

Not only lemon flavor but all natural flavors make users love because it brings a refreshing, natural feeling and gives users a sense of security. At the same time, flavors such as lemon, orange contain a lot of vitamin C. They can also make users feel euphoric, mentally clear, reduce anxiety, depression …

This vitamin C-rich fruit also contains good antioxidants and immune-boosting nutrients. In addition, lemons have health benefits such as strengthening the immune system, supporting the digestive system, detoxifying the liver, and improving mood.

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Kết bài: The reason why this flavor is so focused on developing by many F&B businesses is because of its popularity and benefits. Natural lemon flavor has become an irreplaceable flavor bar in the food and beverage industry. Although the beverage market is very diverse, consumers still love the natural taste of this fruit. It is the natural mild aroma of lemon that convinces customers of all ages. If you would like to develop your products with lemon flavored, feel free to contact WANA Beverage, one of leading juice flavour suppliers in Vietnam with more than 10 years experience in F&B field.

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