How Coconut-Derived Glycerin, Smart Sweetener Systems, and Protein Innovation Are Rewriting the Frozen Dessert Playbook Summary Modern frozen desserts are no longer just indulgence, they are engineered systems balancing texture, nutrition, and clean-label expectations. As sugar reduction and high-protein demands reshape the category, formulators face challenges in maintaining scoopability, creaminess, Read more…
Why the Price of V25, V40, and V50 Keep Climbing – and How to Keep it From Murdering Your COGs Summary Monk fruit extract prices are climbing steadily across the grade spectrum, from V25 to V40 to V50, putting real pressure on formulation budgets and COGS stability. The reason isn’t Read more…
— with Botanicals and Adaptogens Summary Functional beverages packed with botanicals and adaptogens present a unique sweetness challenge, especially in low-pH systems where acidity, bitterness, and astringency can distort taste perception. This white paper explores how stevia and monk fruit behave under these demanding conditions and shows why successful formulation Read more…
The Pros, Cons & Best Uses of Allulose, Xylitol, Stevia, Monk Fruit & Erythritol in Dietary Supplements Summary Formulating dietary supplements is as much science as strategy, especially when it comes to sweeteners. In Sweet Science: The Pros, Cons & Best Uses of Allulose, Xylitol, Stevia, Monk Fruit & Erythritol in Read more…
Summary Monk fruit continues its steady climb as the clean-label sweetener of choice for brands pursuing natural, no-sugar claims. Supply remains tightly linked to China’s short harvest window and global logistics, keeping prices firm through late 2025. Looking ahead to 2026, moderate market growth is expected as improved extraction efficiency Read more…
Looking to unlock the full potential of monk fruit in your clean label formulations? Meet the MonkSweet™ Trifecta—V25, V40, and V50—Icon Foods’ curated lineup of mogroside V extracts designed for precision sweetening without the bitterness, bulk, or aftertaste. Whether you’re crafting light beverages, chewy confections, or high-potency tablets, this powerhouse trio Read more…
Summary Choosing the right sweetener can make or break a performance beverage. In this technical comparison, we pit two of Icon Foods’ top natural sweeteners — SteviaSweet™ RM95D and MonkSweet™ LS4 — against each other to help formulators make informed decisions. RM95D delivers a clean, fast-onset sweetness ideal for hydration mixes Read more…
How MonkSweet™ LS4 Stevia Monk Fruit Blend Stacks Up Against V25, V40, V50: Technical Comparative Analysis for Food and Beverage Formulators Summary MonkSweet™ LS4 is a proprietary blend of stevia and monk fruit designed to deliver clean, sugar-like sweetness without the bitterness or aftertaste often associated with high-intensity sweeteners. In this Read more…
By Thom King – Chief Innovations Officer, Icon Foods When it comes to formulating for clean label sugar reduction, having multiple options for sweetening and flavor modulation is like having a party with all your favorite friends—each one brings something special to the table! Here’s why it’s such a sweet Read more…
By Thom King – Chief Innovations Officer Icon Foods Where does one even start? Tariffs? Cargill’s anti-dumping suit? Demand for containers? The only thing we are missing is a pandemic. We will dive into the burning dumpster in a bit but first let’s have a look at things that look Read more…