Chocolate

A sweet symphony

Exploring the world of chocolate flavors is like experiencing a symphony of taste, where each note contributes to a harmonious blend. The authentic profiles of various chocolates cater to diverse palates, ensuring that there is something for everyone. From the intense bitterness of dark chocolate to the creamy sweetness of milk chocolate, these flavors are crafted to be consumer preferred. 

Leveraging innovative analytical science, sourcing, and extraction capabilities as well as sensory science expertise, we consistently provide sustainable, innovative solutions in a variety of formats that enhance the chocolate experience for consumers worldwide. Each flavor offers a unique journey, making chocolate a crafted taste experience. Our skilled flavorists blend creativity, expertise, and the finest ingredients of the dsm-firmenich palette.  From cereals, to cakes, to flavored dairy and everything in between, we work with you to formulate the right flavor and delivery system.

Tackling your key challenges in chocolate

You need a partner that understands the trends driving consumer flavor preference; and knows how to deliver the qualities needed to help you create differentiated products.

Authentic chocolate flavors tailored to each region and taste preference

We decode profiles to tailor the perfection creation. The best-tasting chocolate that covers a variety of taste profiles: everything from vanillic to nutty to dark flavors that exceed local consumers’ expectations. 

Sustainable solutions

Natural resource preservation is vital for chocolate. We take pride in working with strategic suppliers and pursue upcycling as a way of doing business.

Cocoa price volatility

Our line of extenders and replacers can help mitigate the rising costs of cocoa for everything from protein shakes to chocolate mousse. Restore that desirable taste experience all while maintaining a more stable price.

Demand for better-for-you ingredients

Formulate with less sugar, natural flavors, ethically sourced ingredients and even achieve a cleaner label. 

Key Benefits

  • Sensory-validated solutions
  • Non-volatile and volatile compound profile complexity comprehension
  • Large variety of chocolate profiles
  • Cost-effective solutions to extend and replace raw materials
  • Delivery systems adapted for each customer: liquid, paste, powder
  • A variety of certifications and regulatory accreditations

Application adaption

We recognize that one size does not fit all. We work with you to tailor a balance of aromatics and flavors in the desired delivery system for each application. Whether you need cocoa powder extenders for a cake or low-sugar-friendly chocolate flavors for a flavored milk, our team of flavorists will work with you to ensure great-tasting, cost-effective solutions meet your needs.

Take cocoa further!

Are you frustrated with cocoa price volatility? Are you looking to reduce cocoa in your recipes without compromising on taste? Replacing and extending cocoa powder is not a simple task - this consumer-favorite flavor is complex. dsm-firmenich’s flavor experts have the tools you need to reduce your dependency on cocoa.

How can we help you?

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