Summertime means picnics, BBQs, potlucks, and parties. Mealtimes will see more refreshing options with bright, fun flavors to balance the summer heat. Northwest Naturals is here to help your business stay on the trends and make your flavor goals a reality, which can mean utilizing fruits that are in season. Summer is the season for […]
Desserts
Apricots: Everything You Need to Know
Apricots may seem like the road trip food of choice when you peruse through the isles of dried fruits in the gas station and convenience stores, but their possibilities can range throughout the culinary and beverage world. While other stone fruits have a more pungent floral and sweeter flavor, apricots stand out as both tart […]
Be A Flavor Pie-oneer with Pie Juice Blends
It is the season for all things sweet, rich, and indulgent. Over the last 40 years, our team at Northwest Naturals has helped create delicious, trendy, and timeless holiday flavors for incredibly creative clients. We have seen their products go from the drawing board to the store shelves, and we want to see your holiday […]
How to Create the Best Holiday Flavors for Your Products
Holiday flavors complement the cooling weather, the excitement of swanky friend and family gatherings, and the richness of bountiful feasts and gratitude. They’re warm, spiced, indulgent, playful, and, at times, elegant. Bring the holiday narrative you want into your products. Whether you run a brewery or a candy factory, your business can benefit from incorporating […]
Essential Fall Flavors That Aren’t Pumpkin Spice
As seasons change, so do our seasonings and flavors. With fall, we can expect the usual onslaught of pumpkin-spiced everything, from bundt cakes to lattes. At Northwest Naturals, we can definitely appreciate the deliciously delightful craze; however, we also know that there is a wealth of flavor opportunities businesses can take advantage of beyond pumpkin […]
Elderberry Uses, Parings, and Potential
Elderberries are on the rise! Its association with immune-boosting effects is causing an increase in popularity, especially since the onset of COVID-19. It has a long history as a natural remedy for ailments like cold and flu symptoms, gastrointestinal discomfort, and promoting healing and tissue growth. In addition to its healthy reputation, the elderberry’s woodsy, […]
