Sweet, fresh and tangy, the pomelo is similar to a grapefruit but with a lighter flavor. Pomelos can be eaten raw or cooked into a variety of dishes, and pomelo essential oil is a key ingredient in aromatherapy, high-quality beauty products and some food and beverage applications.
Pomelos can also help you lose weight: They contain fat-burning enzymes that decrease sugar and starch in the body, yet are filling and help prevent overeating.
Pomelos originated from Southeast Asia and today grow in Florida, Texas, Arizona and California as well as Australia and the Philippines. The pomelo is the largest citrus fruit, measuring between 10 and 30 centimeters in diameter and weighing up to 3 kilograms (6.61 pounds). Its skin color ranges from light green to yellow, with a thick pith that protects its flesh. The flesh also differs in color, from white to rose-red depending on the variety.
In aromatherapy, the scent of pomelo oil can reduce stress, lower blood pressure and balance mood, and may also suppress appetite and promote weight loss. In skin care, pomelo oil promotes softer, fresher and more youthful looking skin. Exceptionally nourishing and protective, pomelo oil contains bromelain, keratin and vitamin C – important nutrients that cleanse the skin, fight acne, improve skin elasticity and diminish hyperpigmentation. Thanks to its antiseptic qualities, pomelo oil can also be used on cuts and scrapes to protect against infection.
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Peaches are known for their beautiful, sweet flavor, and their health benefits are many. But don’t wait to enjoy them: The fresher and riper the peach, the more antioxidants it contains.
Peaches are thought to have originated in China more than 8,000 years ago, and cultivation later spread westward through Asia and into the Mediterranean region. The Spanish explorers brought peaches to the New World, and cultivation began circa 1600 in what is now Mexico. Peaches today are grown in warmer climates throughout both hemispheres.
Each little peach packs a world of nutrients, including magnesium, phosphorus, iron, antioxidants and vitamins. Peaches help promote healing, aid digestion, reduce allergy symptoms, improve eyesight and protect your body against aging and disease.
Use of peaches is steadily on the rise among master chefs, pastry chefs and mixologists. Craft ales, fizzy cocktails and sweet summer treats are just a few of the wonderfully peach-infused creations that abound. Peaches are also becoming commonplace in beauty and health and wellness products.
Artiste offers quality peach flavors and extracts from around the globe for use in culinary creations, craft spirits, confections and beauty products. Each variety is uniquely special for any product application. Interested in knowing more? Need to know, ask Joe!
This signature fall and holiday spice can be found in almost every kitchen and is as versatile as it is good for you. Cinnamon is one of those signature scents that spurs many fond memories all over the world.
Not all cinnamon is created equal. Ceylon and cassia are the two most common varieties of cinnamon. Native to Sri Lanka and Madagascar, the intoxicating cinnamon scent from fresh baked cinnamon rolls or bread typically belongs to the cassia variety. Ceylon sticks, “true cinnamon,” often used for flavoring a comforting mug of warmed cider, are made from the inner layers of cinnamon bark. Creating a warm, round and beautiful flavor profile and soothing aroma.
Cinnamon’s use is steadily on the rise. A touch of this amazing spice goes a long way in sweet confections, home fragrance, crunchy snacks, holiday drinks, craft beers and even in beauty products. Loaded with antioxidants, anti-inflammatory properties and endless medicinal values, adding cinnamon into your product formulation is a sure-win year-round.
Keep your eyes peeled for more and more cinnamon flavors, essences and infusions in all food, beverage and wellness categories. For more information or samples of our cinnamon products or any of our other specialty ingredients, please contact Joe Raimondo at info@artiste.us.com or 201-447-1311.
Consumers are compelled to read labels and are stumped when they see descriptions that say, “Made from natural flavors.”
That term is so vague to consumers. What exactly is a real, natural flavor and what makes a flavor artificial? That’s a bit tricky!
According to David Andrews, Senior Scientist at the Environmental Working Group, “natural flavor” is listed on labels in more than a fifth of the 80,000 foods the organization rates. The food’s source, he notes, is key to understanding the correct classification.
Natural flavors must originate from a plant or animal, while artificial flavors are manufactured in labs. The FDA defines artificial flavor or artificial flavoring as any substance, the function of which is to imitate flavor that is not derived from a spice, fruit or fruit juice, vegetable or vegetable juice, edible yeast, herb, bark, bud, root, leaf or similar plant material, meat, fish, poultry, eggs, dairy products, or fermented products. Most importantly, the use of artificial flavors is solely for flavoring and not for nutrition.
Why do some juices or healthier foods need extra flavor? There are many reasons for this, not the least of which is the way these foods are made. The process by which some products are pasteurized or processed sometimes adversely impacts the fresh taste and scent. This is why you’ll see labeling on some juices stating that additional flavor has been added. Manufacturers want the product to have a distinctive yet pleasing flavor and the perfect scent, so that the food item will capture consumers’ flavor preferences and entice them to purchase it again. Think about when you buy a pack of fruit gum: The flavor is so concentrated but so short lived, so you need another piece that keeps you wanting more.
Consumers are looking for products that are healthy, natural, organic and all-around healthier. It’s clear that the best products need the best flavors and consumers need to feel confident about buying a product that is good for their family, too.
Artiste offers a variety of ingredients and flavors, many of which are natural and organic, for developers to work with in their newest food and beverage creations. Reach out to Artiste and explore what we have to offer, plus the many diversified and efficient services we provide. E-mail Artiste at info@artiste.us.com.
Fresh basil’s signature peppery flavor aromatically intensifies when used in a heated dish. Basil takes its place as a culinary favorite when a fragrant dash is added to foods and beverages.
Genovese, Thai, sweet, and lemon basil are just a few cultivars of the popular herb, and each has its own unique flavor profile for use in an endless number of spirits, salads, spreads, condiments, craft beers, savory sauces and teas.
Basil is brimming with valuable vitamins, nutrients and minerals, including vitamin K, A and C, copper manganese, folate and iron. These all contribute to the herb’s amazing ability to promote overall health, clear skin blemishes, support eye health and more. It’s no wonder that basil has been branded the “King of Herbs,” living up to its eponymous title, “king.”
Artiste offers a variety of basil products—including many that are natural—from around the globe for use in culinary and beauty products. Each variety is uniquely special for any diverse product application. For more information on our basil products or any of our other specialty ingredients, please contact Joe Raimondo at info@artiste.us.com or 201-447-1311.
Elderflower, often called the “most valuable petal,” is known for its petite, white starry shape and distinctive flavor. It’s floral and fragrant, yet subtle and heady. Elderflower is quickly becoming the secret weapon for master chefs, mixologists, pastry chefs and flavorists.
The floral influences and inspirations derived from the elderflower are just getting started. Its use in cordials, desserts, teas, beverages and wellness powders is trending. Luckily for consumers, there is no limit to culinary possibilities for this fresh flower. Whether it is the star ingredient in an evening cocktail or mixed with a spoonful of honey, elderflower is blossoming into every aspect of the food and beverage industries.
Keep your eyes peeled for more and more elderflower extracts, essences and infusions in all food, beverage and wellness categories. Elderflower is that mysterious note that developers will be dreaming of and using all year long. For more information on our elderflower products or any of our other specialty ingredients, please contact Joe Raimondo at info@artiste.us.com or 201-447-1311.
Grapefruit oil is extracted from the peel of the fruit, which is brimming with healthy nutrients. Known for clearing complexions, boosting immune strength and stimulating brain function, grapefruit oil is also credited with aiding in the removal of excess water and toxins from your body.
Recognized for its versatility in product applications, from household cleaners to lotions and soaps to the top note of refreshing craft beer and juice-based beverages, grapefruit oil’s signature taste is delightfully tart, and its fragrance is distinctly fresh.
Artiste offers a full range of grapefruit products, including Grapefruit Oil, Grapefruit Essence Oil, Grapefruit Distillate and Grapefruit Infusion. Each grapefruit product is selected specifically for their superior organoleptic quality. Artiste’s grapefruit products are 100% fruit-based extracts suited for all types of unique product applications.
For more information on our grapefruit products or any of our other specialty ingredients, please contact Joe Raimondo at 973-447-1311 or visit www.artiste.us.com
