Summary High-protein and functional beverages are booming, but their biggest challenge isn’t formulation—it’s flavor. Packing 50 grams of protein into a 12-ounce RTD is a sensory minefield, especially with the bitterness, astringency, and lingering off-notes that come from dairy and plant proteins. MonkSweet™ LS4 solves this problem through a powerful 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…
The Polyol Lost but Not Forgotten: Erythritol in Food Formulations and Where It Fitsby Thom King, Icon Foods, Chief Innovations Officer/Food Scientist Erythritol, a sugar alcohol with unique properties, has gained widespread attention in the 24 hours news cycle as well as the food industry as a low-calorie keto and Read more…
In the fields of nutrition and healthcare, a powerful synergy is emerging between the growing interest in plant-based proteins and the use of GLP-1 agonists. This dynamic partnership is transforming dietary choices and medical interventions, providing a compelling combination of benefits for consumers aiming to enhance their weight and overall Read more…
We’re celebrating National No Sugar Day with our MonkSweet+! This natural sweetening solution combines optimal levels of proprietary steviol glycosides, monk fruit extract, and erythritol— a sugar alcohol created through microbial fermentation to create an ideal alternative to sugar. This blend of stevia and monk fruit are high-intensity sweeteners, boasting sweetness Read more…
Lock In Monk Fruit Pricing! The savings continue! This year’s monk fruit harvest was quite bountiful, which has quickly reduced standard market costs. Because of this, we’ve dropped the price of select monk fruit products by up to 40%! Don’t miss out! This market shift will not last forever. However, if Read more…
We have a great deal for you! This year’s monk fruit harvest was quite bountiful, which has quickly reduced standard market costs. Because of this, we’ve dropped the price of select monk fruit products by up to 40%! Don’t miss out! This market shift will not last forever. However, if Read more…
Reduce Sugar with MonkSweet+! MonkSweet+ is a natural sweetening solution that brings together optimal levels of proprietary steviol glycosides, monk fruit extract, and erythritol—a sugar alcohol derived through microbial fermentation. This combination offers multiple advantages. Stevia and monk fruit are high intensity sweeteners, with about 150 to 250 times the Read more…