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Cassia trees are trees of the genus Cinnamomum and are closely related to the Cinnamomum Verum or Ceylon Cinnamon. The inner bark of these trees is what gives us the Korintje variety of cinnamon. This variety of cinnamon is also alternatively referred...
Cinnamon Sticks by OliveNation can add wonderful fragrance and flavor to warm beverages, baked goods, and more. Cinnamon is one of the best spices to have in a spice rack because it flavors sweet and savory dishes. It's also a common ingredient...
Granulated Orange Peel by OliveNation is a convenient way to have orange peel on hand at all times. You never know when a recipe will call for it. Our Granulated Orange Peel is the grated zest of oranges, except we do the work of grating oranges for...
Saigon Cinnamon Powder by OliveNation is also known as Vietnamese cinnamon. This type of cinnamon is the most concentrated, flavorful, and intense cinnamon. Saigon Cinnamon is sweet, warm, and spicy. Use it to flavor a dish when cinnamon is a primary...
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Coconut Products and Coconut-Flavored Baking Ingredients
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Coconut Ingredients for Baking and Cooking
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There’s nothing that invokes the feeling of summer quite like the distinctive taste of coconut. This delicious tropical fruit offers a unique flavor that is rich and sweet, with a subtle nutty undertone. Coconut is one of the culinary world’s most popular ingredients and is used for both sweet and savory dishes in many different cuisines. On the sweet side, coconut is a main ingredient in any number of different desserts, from traditional Coconut Cake to updated twists like Toasted Coconut S’Mores. Long used in savory dishes like curries and flavored rice, this delicious flavoring is a staple ingredient around the world for both meat-based and vegetarian dishes. Coconut is also a favorite flavor in alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, from creamy, tropical Piña Coladas to protein drinks and smoothies.
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The variety of uses for coconut ingredients and coconut flavors is rivaled only by the fruit’s many forms. Once the hard hairy shell is removed, the interior of a coconut consists of coconut water and the rich, moist flesh of the fruit itself. The fruit can be eaten raw or dried, as flakes, shredded, ground into powder, or in chunks. The raw or dried fruit can be pressed and refined into oil. Coconut can be baked, boiled, toasted, roasted, used as anything from a main ingredient to an elegant edible decoration. On the flavoring side, coconut extracts and flavors can be made from natural coconut flavors and extractives (for ”pure coconut extracts”), natural flavors, or artificial ingredients specifically formulated to duplicate the taste of real coconut. Coconut flavoring can taste like coconut and nothing but coconut, or be a part of more complex flavor profiles, as in our Coconut Macaroon Flavor Extract, which combines a toasty, coconutty taste with hints of sweet cake.
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What flavors pair well with coconut?
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Fruits: Coconut goes very well with other fruits, and not just tropical ones like banana, papaya, pineapple, mango, and orange. This flavor is great for adding a rich sweetness to berries (particularly strawberry and blackberry), helping to create more complex flavor profiles.
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Sweet Flavors: Coconut and chocolate, do we need to say more? In addition to that delicious combination, coconut’s tropical taste is even just as delectable when combines with classic flavorings like caramel and vanilla. Pair it with honey to add depth to the sweetness. And coconut cream pie’s irresistible taste is a demonstration of how well coconut pairs with sweet creams.
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Savory Spices: Coconut is an integral element of many Curries and Curry-based dishes. This is because the sweetness of coconut blends well with strong spices. Cinnamon and other warm spices like nutmeg and allspice offer a deep balance to sweet coconut. Pepper, hotter spices, and chile flavors such as cayenne and ginger also blend well with the tropical taste and help accentuate the nutty notes. Coconut balances a wide range of herbs, from sweet, tangy mint to bright turmeric and earthy garlic.
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Vegetables: Coconut’s distinctive flavor makes it perfect for vegetarian and plant-based dishes. It provides a sweet balance to tangy or acidic tastes such as garlic, onion, and tomato. It can brighten and add a sweet note to earthy vegetables like potatoes, squashes, and carrots.
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Proteins: The tropical taste of coconut complements a wide variety of proteins. It goes well with both light meats like chicken, and fish as well as heavier proteins like beef and pork. The popularity of Coconut Shrimp is a testament to how well coconut pairs with shellfish. On the vegetarian side, this tropical flavor helps add flavor in tofu and other plant-based protein dishes.
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Coconut as a flavoring element is incredibly versatile because the taste goes well with so many different flavors, spices, and proteins. While many people think of it first as a dessert ingredient, it is an important component in savory dishes worldwide. The sweet, tropical flavor of coconut features in a wide variety of international cuisines - Indian, South African, Caribbean, Thai, to name only a few.
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What are the Different Types of Coconut Flavors and Flavoring?
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Coconut extract vs coconut flavor
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There is a wide debate over what constitutes “real” or “pure” coconut extract, but it is generally agreed that only those extracts that use extractives or flavors from actual coconuts qualify. The taste of coconut can also be duplicated using natural flavor compounds from sources other than coconut, and those products are usually called “natural coconut flavor.” When coconut flavoring is created using solely synthetic or artificial compounds, it is generally called “artificial coconut flavor.”
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Coconut emulsion vs extract
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The best coconut extract for baking depends, in some ways, on the heat used in the application. Extracts contain food grade alcohol, which “bakes off” or evaporates when exposed to high temperatures, leaving behind only the flavor of the extract itself. Emulsions, on the other hand, are water-based formulations that will provide the same level of final flavor no matter what the level of heat. Coconut extract and coconut emulsion are both great choices for adding flavor in high-heat applications such as baking, sautéing, and stir-frying. For low or no-heat applications, some people prefer to use emulsions to limit the amount of alcohol.
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Coconut extract vs coconut milk
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Is coconut extract the same as coconut milk? The answer is no, although coconut milk is technically “extracted” from the grated flesh of fresh coconuts by applying pressure and straining the resulting liquid. Coconut extract adds flavor to recipes and dishes while coconut milk adds liquid and creamy texture as well as flavoring.
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Coconut extract vs coconut oil
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Like coconut milk, coconut oil (or coconut butter as it is sometimes called), is made by applying pressure to fresh or dried coconut meat. To make oil, the milk is separated from its fat components by mechanical means. Coconut oil can be made in several different ways, and the varying processes impact final taste and shelf life differently. Products labeled “refined” are pressed using heat as well as pressure, where “cold pressed” (or Virgin) oil is not subjected to as much heat. Cold pressing produces coconut oils or coconut butters that are lighter in color, require less removal of impurities during the manufacturing process, and generally taste more coconutty than expeller-pressed, refined oil. Cold-pressed coconut oil offers superior heat stability and a high smoke point (350°F, making it great for baking and sautéing, as well as improving viscosity, texture, and mouth-feel when making candy or chocolates.
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Sweetened vs unsweetened coconut
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Coconut flakes and shredded coconut are sold as either sweetened or unsweetened. Sweetened coconut is processed by adding sugar and preservative agents to flaked or shredded coconut meat. This creates a shelf-stable ingredient with beautiful pure white color and moist texture that is ideal for incorporating into cakes, macaroons and other cookies, desserts, and dishes such as coconut rice. It is ideal for toasting for use as a delicious edible decoration as well.
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Unsweetened coconut, like our desiccated coconut, consists of grated shreds or shaved coconut flakes that have had almost all the liquid content removed. This drying process allows the resulting product to offer a long shelf life without the addition of preservatives. Unsweetened coconut is ideal for use in savory recipes, as it adds texture and rich coconut taste without overly sweetening the final dish.
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Is Coconut a Healthy Snack?
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Coconut is a delicious, versatile cooking ingredient that is naturally rich in healthy fats that are easy to digest, high in fiber, minerals, and protein. Because the coconut is actually the fruit of the palm tree and not a tree nut, this ingredient is nut-allergy friendly. The sweet, tropical taste of coconut and the many different forms it takes make it perfect for snacking alone, incorporated into trail mix, granola, or other snacking mixes, and as a delicious addition to foods like yogurt, oatmeal, smoothies, or ice cream.
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Shop Lime Ingredients and Lime-Flavored Baking, Cooking, and Brewing Flavorings
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Lime is a flavor that instantly evokes a summertime feeling, no matter what the season. This deliciously tart fruit is integral to many clasics: lime rickeys, key lime pie, limeade, and even traditional carnitas tacos. Adding lime to almost any dish will instantly perk up the flavor profile and brighten the taste of the other ingredients. OliveNation offers a variety of lime ingredients to meet any need — liquid extracts and flavorings, powdered lime flavors, powdered lime leaves, and ready to use fruit puree for baking and brewing. The tart, tangy taste of this versatile citrus fruit is a great addition to baked goods, fillings, frostings, icing, beverages, and even savory dishes. Try it and taste the difference!
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What are Some Popular uses for Lime in Baking and Cooking?
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Key Lime Pie
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Lime Cheesecake
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Lime Macarons
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Iced Key Lime Pound Cake
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Vinagrette & Salad Dressing
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Lime Rickeys & Cranberry-Lime Rickeys
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Honey-Lime Glaze
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Lime Sherbet or Sorbet
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Tropical Fruit Salsas
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Citrus Marinade for Chicken or Fish
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Thai Coconut Curry & other Traditional Thai dishes
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FAQs about Lime Ingredients, Extracts, and Flavorings
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What is Lime Extract?
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Lime Extract is just one of many pure extracts you can use to enhance flavor in recipes. Our lime extracts are concentrated flavoring agents using distilled pure lime oils in an alcohol base. Our pure extracts can be used to add flavor to candy, beverages, specialty dishes, baked goods, and desserts. Our pure lime extracts are also terpeneless to ensure the longest lasting, strongest lime flavor possible!
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What Does Lime Extract Taste Like? How can I use it?
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Lime extract has a zesty citrus flavor that is used most often in baking and beverages. The lime flavor in this extract comes from distilled oil pressed from the skin of limes. Just a little of this versatile flavoring will add a citrus twist to baked goods, salsa, dips, or drinks.
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Do Key Limes taste different than regular Limes?
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Key limes are round, light yellow-colored fruits that are smaller and more delicate than \\\"regular\\\" limes (which are also known as Persian limes). Grown in tropical and subtropical climates, Key limes offer a more floral aroma and slightly sweeter taste that is perfect in sweet, creamy desserts.
Coffee Extracts and Flavoring Ingredients for Baking & Beverages
What is Coffee Flavor?
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Coffee flavor is immensely popular in beverages, baked goods, and ice cream. It provides the unmistakable flavor of coffee in your recipes. This versatile ingredient comes in many styles and flavors, including plain coffee, deep and rich espresso, creamy cappucino, and more. As a flavor element, the hint of bitterness pairs well with almost any other taste profile. Chocolates, frostings, fillings, milkshakes, and ice cream are well-known products that are frequently coffee-flavored. But this ingredient is also great in other baked goods, beverages, and cooked dishes. OliveNation offers a wide variety of coffee-flavored ingredients for baking and cooking, including liquid extracts and flavors, pastes, powders, and even snacks such as chocolate-covered coffee beans.
Coffee Extracts vs Coffee Flavor
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Coffee extract is just one of many extracts and flavors you can use to enhance your recipes. The gentle extraction process used in our coffee extract ensures that you'll get a perfect coffee flavor every time you need it. Extracts are concentrated flavoring agents that have been distilled from beans, nut oils, fruits, and spices that are then dissolved in an alcohol base. Our pure extracts and flavors can be used to in candy, beverages, specialty dishes, baked goods, and desserts.
Coffee flavorings made without actual coffee will still add the taste, aroma, and sometimes color of this popular ingredient in cooking, baking, and beverage making.
Cooking with Coffee Flavor
Tastes great in brownies, cakes, shakes, and ice cream. Pairs well with vanilla, chocolate, and a variety of other flavors. Add a few drops to a chocolate shake for a great mocha flavor.
What is the Difference between Espresso and Coffee?
Espresso, or caffe espresso, is concentrated coffee that is made from finely-ground beans brewed under pressure to create a thick and strong-tasting coffee that is usually served in small servings due to its strength. The difference in taste comes not from the beans, which are usually dark roast, but rather from the preparation and brewing method used.
What is the Difference between Cappuccino and Coffee?
Cappuccino's origins can be traced to Italy. It is a hot drink made with espresso and milk. The espresso is poured into the bottom third of the cup and then carefully topped off with hot milk. Additional milk is steamed and aerated to form a foam which is then poured on top of the espresso/milk mixture. Baristas will often create designs in the foam for a special touch. Cappuccino takes its name from a branch of the order of Catholic Franciscan friars named Capuchins, who wore woven wool cloaks in a particular shade of light brown. Cappuccino's rising popularity occurred in Europe after World War II. It was then that large espresso machines became common in restaurants and cafes. In Italy, the Italians consume cappuccino only in the morning. In fact, it is frowned upon to ask for a cappuccino after mid-morning! In the United States, cappuccino has become very popular, especially since specialty coffee bars started opening in major cities. It is now common to find cappuccino-flavored beverages, ice cream, cakes and confectionery products. Adding cappuccino flavor is easy with OliveNation's cappuccino extract for baked goods.
Many of our premium vanilla beans, pure vanilla extracts, and vanilla powder are made from delicate Bourbon Madagascar vanilla beans, straight from the islands of Madagascar. Whole Bourbon beans (named for the Isle de Bourbon where the French first planted the vines) have a smooth, rich, sweet flavor and are the thinnest vanilla bean variety grown.
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Bourbon Madagascar strains are considered by connoisseurs to be the best you can buy. The unmistakable fragrance and taste of vanilla is warm, delicate, rich, woodsy, spicy, and sweet. These qualities combine to make vanilla a sweet spice that supports, balances, mellows and adds a bit of depth to all kinds of dishes. And while you find a bottle of vanilla in nearly every cook's pantry, the extract's flavor intensity can vary widely depending upon its origins, purity (pure VS synthetic) and alcohol content. Vanilla, or, to be more precise, vanilla beans are one of the world's most labor-intensive crops.
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The beans are the fruit of a climbing orchid (vanilla planifolia) that is indigenous to Mexico and Central America. The three-year growth period from planting to maturity is just the beginning of the long journey toward becoming bean, extract or powder. Every single planifolia flower is pollinated by hand after which growth continues for nine more months until the green seedpod (the bean) develops. Farmers closely monitor individual plants into the next year. They hand-harvest daily since each bean ripens at its own pace and extreme care must be taken to ensure they do not become over-mature and split. Finally, a crucial six-month curing process gives the beans their heavenly perfume and flavor.
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Add our pure Madagascar-Bourbon vanilla extracts to all your pastry recipes including Italian pizzelle, torte, biscotti and hundreds of other confections. Panna cotta, semifreddo, poached pears, and gelato all taste better when they're baked with Bourbon beans.
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Mango Ingredients and Mango-Flavored Baking Products
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Mint Ingredients and Mint Flavors for Baking, Cooking, and Beverages
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Looking for mint ingredients to flavor a recipe? With so many different varieties available, it can be hard to choose the right one. Known for its fresh, \\\"cool\\\" taste that includes both fruity and sweet notes, mint is an aromatic herb that grows wild around the world. The distinctive flavor, aroma, and cooling sensation of plants in the mint family come from the aromatic compound menthol. Different varieties of mint (Mentha) plants contain differing amounts of menthol which contributes to their similar-but-not-the-same flavor profiles. Alone, or in combination with other ingredients (Hello, mint chocolate anything!), mint is immensely popular in flavoring both sweet and savory recipes around the world.
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What are the most common types of mint used in cooking?
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Mint: Most people are surprised when they learn that there are hundreds of distinct varieties of mint (genus: Mentha) grown around the world.
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Peppermint: Peppermint has the highest amount of menthol of any of the mint plants, giving it the distinctively \\\"cool\\\" taste we know and love in candy, frostings, and fillings.
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Spearmint: Spearmint has less menthol than peppermint, allowing its natural sweetness to provide balance with its coolness. Ideal for use in sweet or savory recipes, spearmint's delicious flavor is a key element in everything from mint juleps to mint jelly for lamb dishes to mint chocolate ice creams.
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Pineapple Mint: The pineapple mint plant is used more for its fuzzy leaves and decorative look as a garnish than in cooking. When used in cooking or in beverages, it has a sweet pineapple-like flavor and light minty aroma.
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Apple Mint: Apple mint plants are prized by gardeners who make their own mint jelly, as the flavor of this mint is rich and fruity as well as minty. The slightly furred leaves are why this variety is also known as \\\"wooly\\\" mint.
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Chocolate Mint: Chocolate mint was developed from peppermint plants for its distinctive look with dark brown stems, and its rich, deep fruity aroma with chocolate notes. When bruised, the leaves smell similar to an after-dinner mint!
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Honorable mentions for popular minty-tasting flavors that are not actually members of the mint family go to:
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Wintergreen: Wintergreen flavor is generally described as \\\"minty,\\\" but has a sweeter, warmer and more subtle taste and aroma than mint. It's frequently used to flavor candies, ice cream, and teas. It's also well known as the flavoring used for a certain iconic bright pink stomach remedy. Wintergreen, commonly known as teaberry, is also an herb, but from a different family of plants than mint.
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Eucalyptus: The taste and aroma of eucalyptus are sometimes described as minty, but really the comparison is to menthol, the compound that makes mint taste \\\"cool.\\\" Eucalyptus leaves contain terpenes, some of which are chemically similar to menthol, that create its pungent, almost citrus-like, woodsy aroma that is often used in medicinal products.
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Crème de Menthe: Creme de menthe is a sweet, mint-flavored, green liqueur famous for its use in cocktails such as Grasshoppers and Stingers. It is frequently used for coloring and flavoring in chocolates or confectionery fillings.
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Mint flavorings are some of the most popular worldwide for both sweet and savory recipes. The combination of bright, cold, sweet, and warm options make this flavor family a perfect choice for a huge variety of dishes. Peppermint is widely associated with wintertime and holiday candy, but is also famous for use in confections and baked goods made with dark chocolate. The sweeter, milder taste of spearmint, on the other hand, is not only used in baking and desserts, but is also a staple in many savory dishes. Lamb dishes, spiced meats, seasoned vegetable dishes, soups, and curries are all brightened by the addition of mint flavor and aroma.
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In addition to bakery and cooking, mint is a popular flavor for use in beverages, from mint mochas and hot cocoa-based drinks to chocolate mint beers, porters, wines, and liqueurs. The cool, bright flavor of peppermint is a classic in schnapps, while the sweet taste of spearmint can add depth to creamy drinks. Mint flavored milkshakes, protein drinks, and nutritional beverages, as well as cocktails, can either bring this cool, light flavor to the forefront, or use it to brighten complex flavor profiles.
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FAQs about Mint Extracts, Flavorings & Ingredients
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What Flavor is Mint?
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Mint is the overarching term for flavors from plants in the Mentha family. When something is called mint flavor, chances are good that you're actually tasting either spearmint or peppermint. Most mint flavoring sold in grocery stores is spearmint. The distinguishing element of mint flavors is the sensation of coolness provided by the naturally-occurring menthol in the plants. Mint has a generally light, bright flavor with an undertone of sweetness.
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What is the Difference Between Spearmint and Peppermint?
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Spearmint offers milder and less chilly taste and aroma than peppermint, due to peppermint's much higher concentration of menthol. Spearmint's sweeter and lighter taste makes it an excellent all-around flavoring, and allows it to pair well with savory flavors. Peppermint's stronger, sharper taste and aroma are great when used with other strong flavors, making it the mint of choice for use with dark chocolate, citrus, and other bold tastes.
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What is the Difference Between Peppermint Extract and Oil?
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Peppermint oil comes from the leaves of the peppermint plant. This pure, essential oil is very, very strong and is generally four times the strength of an extract. Peppermint extract is peppermint oil that has been extracted into a base, usually alcohol, and diluted with water to reduce its intensity and make it better for flavoring foods while retaining flavor and aroma.
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Shop Orange and Orange-Flavored Baking & Cooking Ingredients
Sweet and Spicy Paprika adds Depth to Savory and Specialty Dishes
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Shop Peach Ingredients and Peach-Flavored Baking Flavorings
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Shop Pineapple Food Products and Pineapple-Flavored Baking Flavors & Ingredients
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Sesame Snacks, Chips and Seeds for Cooking, Snacking and Mixes
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Strawberry Food Products and Strawberry-Flavored Baking Ingredients
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Strawberry is one of the most popular food flavorings, falling behind only vanilla and chocolate as far as worldwide popularity goes. This versatile berry is generally associated with summertime flavor profiles, and is a key ingredient in many classic dessert recipes. Strawberry flavor, however, is also a great choice for many savory dishes, and is used in everything from rich, jammy sauces and drizzles to light, bright vinaigrettes and salad dressings. OliveNation offers a wide selection of strawberry-based cooking and baking ingredients, all available in a range of sizes for home or professional, commercial use. From moist, tender dehydrated fruits to liquid extracts and flavorings to dried powders and ready-to-use creams and purees, our top quality strawberry ingredients are sure to add delicious taste, aroma, and sometimes color to recipes for any occasion.
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FAQs about Strawberry Ingredients, Extracts, and Flavorings
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What is the difference between OliveNation Strawberry Extract and OliveNation Strawberry Flavor?
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Our strawberry extract is red-colored, made using the concentrated juice and flavors or real strawberries, and has an alcohol base with glycerin, making it ideal for baking. Our strawberry flavor for brewing is clear, made from natural flavor compounds, and has a PG base. Both flavorings are water-soluble, but our strawberry flavor has been pre-approved by the TTB for use in creating alcoholic beverages.
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What is the difference between OliveNation's Strawberry Extract and Strawberry Fountain Flavor?
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Our strawberry extract is alcohol-based and made using real strawberry ingredients, making it ideal for high temperature baking applications as the alcohol will evaporate, leaving only the flavor and aroma behind in the final product. Our strawberry fountain flavor uses a non-alcohol base that makes it perfect for use in ice cream, beverages, and other low or no temperature applications.
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How are Water Soluble and Oil Soluble Strawberry Flavorings used?
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In general, water soluble flavorings are best for baking and beverage applications, while oil soluble flavorings are recommended for candy-making and chocolate work, as they will not cause chocolates to seize. However, many of our water soluble flavorings feature concentrated formulations that require proportionally smaller amounts to be used, allowing them to be used in institutional or commercial applications where mix volumes are higher.
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How do you substitute Strawberry Extracts and Flavors in recipes?
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You can substitute Strawberry Extracts and Flavors 1:1 in recipes calling for other types of extracts.
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Does OliveNation sell strawberry baking and cooking ingredients in bulk?
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All of our extracts and liquid flavorings are available in a full range of sizes including gallons and drums for commercial bakery and brewing applications as well as industrial, food service, and institutional use. Our dried fruits, flavor powders, and strawberry-flavored chocolate products are offered by the ounce for home use and by the pound for professional baking and cooking applications. We also have a special wholesale program for our customers with significant discounts for bulk orders.
Tahitian vanilla can mean either vanilla beans of the Tahitiensis variety grown and harvested on the island of Tahiti orTahitiensis vanilla beans grown and harvested elsewhere, usually Papua New Guinea. Originally grown as a hybrid of V. Planifolia and V. Odorata, the Tahitian variety is now considered a separate species on its own.
Tahitian vs Madagascar Vanilla
In addition to being grown from different vanilla orchid varieties, the final taste and aroma of Tahitian and Madagascar vanilla beans is greatly influenced by how and where they are cultivated, how they are harvested, and how the beans are processed. Tahitian vanilla from Papua New Guinea has a deeper, richer flavor and aroma with darker fruit notes, while that grown on Tahiti itself is lighter and more delicately flavored.
How is Tahitian Vanilla Different from Madagascar Vanilla?
Tahitiensis vanilla has more floral notes than Madagascar vanilla. While Madagascar vanilla generally has a stronger and creamier flavor due to a higher concentration of natural vanillin, Tahitian vanilla, although milder, has unique sweet and fruity notes, including cherry, plum, licorice, and caramel.
What is Tahitian Vanilla Good For?
Due to its delicate, sweet taste, Tahitian vanilla is frequently the first choice of professional pastry chefs and bakers. Vanilla seeds and extracts from Tahitiensis beans are ideal for flavoring pastry cream, custards, fruit pie fillings, and puddings. The light, fruity taste and floral aroma also make this variety a perfect choice for use in beverages such as smoothies or milkshakes. Many professional bakers consider Tahitian vanilla for cookies to be the best due to its unique, complex flavor.
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Coconut Products and Coconut-Flavored Baking Ingredients
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Coconut Ingredients for Baking and Cooking
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There’s nothing that invokes the feeling of summer quite like the distinctive taste of coconut. This delicious tropical fruit offers a unique flavor that is rich and sweet, with a subtle nutty undertone. Coconut is one of the culinary world’s most popular ingredients and is used for both sweet and savory dishes in many different cuisines. On the sweet side, coconut is a main ingredient in any number of different desserts, from traditional Coconut Cake to updated twists like Toasted Coconut S’Mores. Long used in savory dishes like curries and flavored rice, this delicious flavoring is a staple ingredient around the world for both meat-based and vegetarian dishes. Coconut is also a favorite flavor in alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, from creamy, tropical Piña Coladas to protein drinks and smoothies.
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The variety of uses for coconut ingredients and coconut flavors is rivaled only by the fruit’s many forms. Once the hard hairy shell is removed, the interior of a coconut consists of coconut water and the rich, moist flesh of the fruit itself. The fruit can be eaten raw or dried, as flakes, shredded, ground into powder, or in chunks. The raw or dried fruit can be pressed and refined into oil. Coconut can be baked, boiled, toasted, roasted, used as anything from a main ingredient to an elegant edible decoration. On the flavoring side, coconut extracts and flavors can be made from natural coconut flavors and extractives (for ”pure coconut extracts”), natural flavors, or artificial ingredients specifically formulated to duplicate the taste of real coconut. Coconut flavoring can taste like coconut and nothing but coconut, or be a part of more complex flavor profiles, as in our Coconut Macaroon Flavor Extract, which combines a toasty, coconutty taste with hints of sweet cake.
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What flavors pair well with coconut?
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Fruits: Coconut goes very well with other fruits, and not just tropical ones like banana, papaya, pineapple, mango, and orange. This flavor is great for adding a rich sweetness to berries (particularly strawberry and blackberry), helping to create more complex flavor profiles.
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Sweet Flavors: Coconut and chocolate, do we need to say more? In addition to that delicious combination, coconut’s tropical taste is even just as delectable when combines with classic flavorings like caramel and vanilla. Pair it with honey to add depth to the sweetness. And coconut cream pie’s irresistible taste is a demonstration of how well coconut pairs with sweet creams.
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Savory Spices: Coconut is an integral element of many Curries and Curry-based dishes. This is because the sweetness of coconut blends well with strong spices. Cinnamon and other warm spices like nutmeg and allspice offer a deep balance to sweet coconut. Pepper, hotter spices, and chile flavors such as cayenne and ginger also blend well with the tropical taste and help accentuate the nutty notes. Coconut balances a wide range of herbs, from sweet, tangy mint to bright turmeric and earthy garlic.
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Vegetables: Coconut’s distinctive flavor makes it perfect for vegetarian and plant-based dishes. It provides a sweet balance to tangy or acidic tastes such as garlic, onion, and tomato. It can brighten and add a sweet note to earthy vegetables like potatoes, squashes, and carrots.
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Proteins: The tropical taste of coconut complements a wide variety of proteins. It goes well with both light meats like chicken, and fish as well as heavier proteins like beef and pork. The popularity of Coconut Shrimp is a testament to how well coconut pairs with shellfish. On the vegetarian side, this tropical flavor helps add flavor in tofu and other plant-based protein dishes.
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Coconut as a flavoring element is incredibly versatile because the taste goes well with so many different flavors, spices, and proteins. While many people think of it first as a dessert ingredient, it is an important component in savory dishes worldwide. The sweet, tropical flavor of coconut features in a wide variety of international cuisines - Indian, South African, Caribbean, Thai, to name only a few.
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What are the Different Types of Coconut Flavors and Flavoring?
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Coconut extract vs coconut flavor
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There is a wide debate over what constitutes “real” or “pure” coconut extract, but it is generally agreed that only those extracts that use extractives or flavors from actual coconuts qualify. The taste of coconut can also be duplicated using natural flavor compounds from sources other than coconut, and those products are usually called “natural coconut flavor.” When coconut flavoring is created using solely synthetic or artificial compounds, it is generally called “artificial coconut flavor.”
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Coconut emulsion vs extract
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The best coconut extract for baking depends, in some ways, on the heat used in the application. Extracts contain food grade alcohol, which “bakes off” or evaporates when exposed to high temperatures, leaving behind only the flavor of the extract itself. Emulsions, on the other hand, are water-based formulations that will provide the same level of final flavor no matter what the level of heat. Coconut extract and coconut emulsion are both great choices for adding flavor in high-heat applications such as baking, sautéing, and stir-frying. For low or no-heat applications, some people prefer to use emulsions to limit the amount of alcohol.
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Coconut extract vs coconut milk
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Is coconut extract the same as coconut milk? The answer is no, although coconut milk is technically “extracted” from the grated flesh of fresh coconuts by applying pressure and straining the resulting liquid. Coconut extract adds flavor to recipes and dishes while coconut milk adds liquid and creamy texture as well as flavoring.
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Coconut extract vs coconut oil
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Like coconut milk, coconut oil (or coconut butter as it is sometimes called), is made by applying pressure to fresh or dried coconut meat. To make oil, the milk is separated from its fat components by mechanical means. Coconut oil can be made in several different ways, and the varying processes impact final taste and shelf life differently. Products labeled “refined” are pressed using heat as well as pressure, where “cold pressed” (or Virgin) oil is not subjected to as much heat. Cold pressing produces coconut oils or coconut butters that are lighter in color, require less removal of impurities during the manufacturing process, and generally taste more coconutty than expeller-pressed, refined oil. Cold-pressed coconut oil offers superior heat stability and a high smoke point (350°F, making it great for baking and sautéing, as well as improving viscosity, texture, and mouth-feel when making candy or chocolates.
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Sweetened vs unsweetened coconut
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Coconut flakes and shredded coconut are sold as either sweetened or unsweetened. Sweetened coconut is processed by adding sugar and preservative agents to flaked or shredded coconut meat. This creates a shelf-stable ingredient with beautiful pure white color and moist texture that is ideal for incorporating into cakes, macaroons and other cookies, desserts, and dishes such as coconut rice. It is ideal for toasting for use as a delicious edible decoration as well.
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Unsweetened coconut, like our desiccated coconut, consists of grated shreds or shaved coconut flakes that have had almost all the liquid content removed. This drying process allows the resulting product to offer a long shelf life without the addition of preservatives. Unsweetened coconut is ideal for use in savory recipes, as it adds texture and rich coconut taste without overly sweetening the final dish.
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Is Coconut a Healthy Snack?
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Coconut is a delicious, versatile cooking ingredient that is naturally rich in healthy fats that are easy to digest, high in fiber, minerals, and protein. Because the coconut is actually the fruit of the palm tree and not a tree nut, this ingredient is nut-allergy friendly. The sweet, tropical taste of coconut and the many different forms it takes make it perfect for snacking alone, incorporated into trail mix, granola, or other snacking mixes, and as a delicious addition to foods like yogurt, oatmeal, smoothies, or ice cream.
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Shop Lime Ingredients and Lime-Flavored Baking, Cooking, and Brewing Flavorings
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Lime is a flavor that instantly evokes a summertime feeling, no matter what the season. This deliciously tart fruit is integral to many clasics: lime rickeys, key lime pie, limeade, and even traditional carnitas tacos. Adding lime to almost any dish will instantly perk up the flavor profile and brighten the taste of the other ingredients. OliveNation offers a variety of lime ingredients to meet any need — liquid extracts and flavorings, powdered lime flavors, powdered lime leaves, and ready to use fruit puree for baking and brewing. The tart, tangy taste of this versatile citrus fruit is a great addition to baked goods, fillings, frostings, icing, beverages, and even savory dishes. Try it and taste the difference!
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What are Some Popular uses for Lime in Baking and Cooking?
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Key Lime Pie
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Lime Cheesecake
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Lime Macarons
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Iced Key Lime Pound Cake
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Vinagrette & Salad Dressing
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Lime Rickeys & Cranberry-Lime Rickeys
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Honey-Lime Glaze
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Lime Sherbet or Sorbet
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Tropical Fruit Salsas
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Citrus Marinade for Chicken or Fish
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Thai Coconut Curry & other Traditional Thai dishes
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FAQs about Lime Ingredients, Extracts, and Flavorings
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What is Lime Extract?
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Lime Extract is just one of many pure extracts you can use to enhance flavor in recipes. Our lime extracts are concentrated flavoring agents using distilled pure lime oils in an alcohol base. Our pure extracts can be used to add flavor to candy, beverages, specialty dishes, baked goods, and desserts. Our pure lime extracts are also terpeneless to ensure the longest lasting, strongest lime flavor possible!
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What Does Lime Extract Taste Like? How can I use it?
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Lime extract has a zesty citrus flavor that is used most often in baking and beverages. The lime flavor in this extract comes from distilled oil pressed from the skin of limes. Just a little of this versatile flavoring will add a citrus twist to baked goods, salsa, dips, or drinks.
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Do Key Limes taste different than regular Limes?
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Key limes are round, light yellow-colored fruits that are smaller and more delicate than \\\"regular\\\" limes (which are also known as Persian limes). Grown in tropical and subtropical climates, Key limes offer a more floral aroma and slightly sweeter taste that is perfect in sweet, creamy desserts.
Coffee Extracts and Flavoring Ingredients for Baking & Beverages
What is Coffee Flavor?
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Coffee flavor is immensely popular in beverages, baked goods, and ice cream. It provides the unmistakable flavor of coffee in your recipes. This versatile ingredient comes in many styles and flavors, including plain coffee, deep and rich espresso, creamy cappucino, and more. As a flavor element, the hint of bitterness pairs well with almost any other taste profile. Chocolates, frostings, fillings, milkshakes, and ice cream are well-known products that are frequently coffee-flavored. But this ingredient is also great in other baked goods, beverages, and cooked dishes. OliveNation offers a wide variety of coffee-flavored ingredients for baking and cooking, including liquid extracts and flavors, pastes, powders, and even snacks such as chocolate-covered coffee beans.
Coffee Extracts vs Coffee Flavor
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Coffee extract is just one of many extracts and flavors you can use to enhance your recipes. The gentle extraction process used in our coffee extract ensures that you'll get a perfect coffee flavor every time you need it. Extracts are concentrated flavoring agents that have been distilled from beans, nut oils, fruits, and spices that are then dissolved in an alcohol base. Our pure extracts and flavors can be used to in candy, beverages, specialty dishes, baked goods, and desserts.
Coffee flavorings made without actual coffee will still add the taste, aroma, and sometimes color of this popular ingredient in cooking, baking, and beverage making.
Cooking with Coffee Flavor
Tastes great in brownies, cakes, shakes, and ice cream. Pairs well with vanilla, chocolate, and a variety of other flavors. Add a few drops to a chocolate shake for a great mocha flavor.
What is the Difference between Espresso and Coffee?
Espresso, or caffe espresso, is concentrated coffee that is made from finely-ground beans brewed under pressure to create a thick and strong-tasting coffee that is usually served in small servings due to its strength. The difference in taste comes not from the beans, which are usually dark roast, but rather from the preparation and brewing method used.
What is the Difference between Cappuccino and Coffee?
Cappuccino's origins can be traced to Italy. It is a hot drink made with espresso and milk. The espresso is poured into the bottom third of the cup and then carefully topped off with hot milk. Additional milk is steamed and aerated to form a foam which is then poured on top of the espresso/milk mixture. Baristas will often create designs in the foam for a special touch. Cappuccino takes its name from a branch of the order of Catholic Franciscan friars named Capuchins, who wore woven wool cloaks in a particular shade of light brown. Cappuccino's rising popularity occurred in Europe after World War II. It was then that large espresso machines became common in restaurants and cafes. In Italy, the Italians consume cappuccino only in the morning. In fact, it is frowned upon to ask for a cappuccino after mid-morning! In the United States, cappuccino has become very popular, especially since specialty coffee bars started opening in major cities. It is now common to find cappuccino-flavored beverages, ice cream, cakes and confectionery products. Adding cappuccino flavor is easy with OliveNation's cappuccino extract for baked goods.
Many of our premium vanilla beans, pure vanilla extracts, and vanilla powder are made from delicate Bourbon Madagascar vanilla beans, straight from the islands of Madagascar. Whole Bourbon beans (named for the Isle de Bourbon where the French first planted the vines) have a smooth, rich, sweet flavor and are the thinnest vanilla bean variety grown.
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Bourbon Madagascar strains are considered by connoisseurs to be the best you can buy. The unmistakable fragrance and taste of vanilla is warm, delicate, rich, woodsy, spicy, and sweet. These qualities combine to make vanilla a sweet spice that supports, balances, mellows and adds a bit of depth to all kinds of dishes. And while you find a bottle of vanilla in nearly every cook's pantry, the extract's flavor intensity can vary widely depending upon its origins, purity (pure VS synthetic) and alcohol content. Vanilla, or, to be more precise, vanilla beans are one of the world's most labor-intensive crops.
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The beans are the fruit of a climbing orchid (vanilla planifolia) that is indigenous to Mexico and Central America. The three-year growth period from planting to maturity is just the beginning of the long journey toward becoming bean, extract or powder. Every single planifolia flower is pollinated by hand after which growth continues for nine more months until the green seedpod (the bean) develops. Farmers closely monitor individual plants into the next year. They hand-harvest daily since each bean ripens at its own pace and extreme care must be taken to ensure they do not become over-mature and split. Finally, a crucial six-month curing process gives the beans their heavenly perfume and flavor.
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Add our pure Madagascar-Bourbon vanilla extracts to all your pastry recipes including Italian pizzelle, torte, biscotti and hundreds of other confections. Panna cotta, semifreddo, poached pears, and gelato all taste better when they're baked with Bourbon beans.
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Mango Ingredients and Mango-Flavored Baking Products
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Mint Ingredients and Mint Flavors for Baking, Cooking, and Beverages
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Looking for mint ingredients to flavor a recipe? With so many different varieties available, it can be hard to choose the right one. Known for its fresh, \\\"cool\\\" taste that includes both fruity and sweet notes, mint is an aromatic herb that grows wild around the world. The distinctive flavor, aroma, and cooling sensation of plants in the mint family come from the aromatic compound menthol. Different varieties of mint (Mentha) plants contain differing amounts of menthol which contributes to their similar-but-not-the-same flavor profiles. Alone, or in combination with other ingredients (Hello, mint chocolate anything!), mint is immensely popular in flavoring both sweet and savory recipes around the world.
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What are the most common types of mint used in cooking?
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Mint: Most people are surprised when they learn that there are hundreds of distinct varieties of mint (genus: Mentha) grown around the world.
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Peppermint: Peppermint has the highest amount of menthol of any of the mint plants, giving it the distinctively \\\"cool\\\" taste we know and love in candy, frostings, and fillings.
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Spearmint: Spearmint has less menthol than peppermint, allowing its natural sweetness to provide balance with its coolness. Ideal for use in sweet or savory recipes, spearmint's delicious flavor is a key element in everything from mint juleps to mint jelly for lamb dishes to mint chocolate ice creams.
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Pineapple Mint: The pineapple mint plant is used more for its fuzzy leaves and decorative look as a garnish than in cooking. When used in cooking or in beverages, it has a sweet pineapple-like flavor and light minty aroma.
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Apple Mint: Apple mint plants are prized by gardeners who make their own mint jelly, as the flavor of this mint is rich and fruity as well as minty. The slightly furred leaves are why this variety is also known as \\\"wooly\\\" mint.
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Chocolate Mint: Chocolate mint was developed from peppermint plants for its distinctive look with dark brown stems, and its rich, deep fruity aroma with chocolate notes. When bruised, the leaves smell similar to an after-dinner mint!
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Honorable mentions for popular minty-tasting flavors that are not actually members of the mint family go to:
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Wintergreen: Wintergreen flavor is generally described as \\\"minty,\\\" but has a sweeter, warmer and more subtle taste and aroma than mint. It's frequently used to flavor candies, ice cream, and teas. It's also well known as the flavoring used for a certain iconic bright pink stomach remedy. Wintergreen, commonly known as teaberry, is also an herb, but from a different family of plants than mint.
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Eucalyptus: The taste and aroma of eucalyptus are sometimes described as minty, but really the comparison is to menthol, the compound that makes mint taste \\\"cool.\\\" Eucalyptus leaves contain terpenes, some of which are chemically similar to menthol, that create its pungent, almost citrus-like, woodsy aroma that is often used in medicinal products.
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Crème de Menthe: Creme de menthe is a sweet, mint-flavored, green liqueur famous for its use in cocktails such as Grasshoppers and Stingers. It is frequently used for coloring and flavoring in chocolates or confectionery fillings.
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Mint flavorings are some of the most popular worldwide for both sweet and savory recipes. The combination of bright, cold, sweet, and warm options make this flavor family a perfect choice for a huge variety of dishes. Peppermint is widely associated with wintertime and holiday candy, but is also famous for use in confections and baked goods made with dark chocolate. The sweeter, milder taste of spearmint, on the other hand, is not only used in baking and desserts, but is also a staple in many savory dishes. Lamb dishes, spiced meats, seasoned vegetable dishes, soups, and curries are all brightened by the addition of mint flavor and aroma.
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In addition to bakery and cooking, mint is a popular flavor for use in beverages, from mint mochas and hot cocoa-based drinks to chocolate mint beers, porters, wines, and liqueurs. The cool, bright flavor of peppermint is a classic in schnapps, while the sweet taste of spearmint can add depth to creamy drinks. Mint flavored milkshakes, protein drinks, and nutritional beverages, as well as cocktails, can either bring this cool, light flavor to the forefront, or use it to brighten complex flavor profiles.
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FAQs about Mint Extracts, Flavorings & Ingredients
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What Flavor is Mint?
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Mint is the overarching term for flavors from plants in the Mentha family. When something is called mint flavor, chances are good that you're actually tasting either spearmint or peppermint. Most mint flavoring sold in grocery stores is spearmint. The distinguishing element of mint flavors is the sensation of coolness provided by the naturally-occurring menthol in the plants. Mint has a generally light, bright flavor with an undertone of sweetness.
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What is the Difference Between Spearmint and Peppermint?
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Spearmint offers milder and less chilly taste and aroma than peppermint, due to peppermint's much higher concentration of menthol. Spearmint's sweeter and lighter taste makes it an excellent all-around flavoring, and allows it to pair well with savory flavors. Peppermint's stronger, sharper taste and aroma are great when used with other strong flavors, making it the mint of choice for use with dark chocolate, citrus, and other bold tastes.
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What is the Difference Between Peppermint Extract and Oil?
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Peppermint oil comes from the leaves of the peppermint plant. This pure, essential oil is very, very strong and is generally four times the strength of an extract. Peppermint extract is peppermint oil that has been extracted into a base, usually alcohol, and diluted with water to reduce its intensity and make it better for flavoring foods while retaining flavor and aroma.
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Shop Orange and Orange-Flavored Baking & Cooking Ingredients
Sweet and Spicy Paprika adds Depth to Savory and Specialty Dishes
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Shop Peach Ingredients and Peach-Flavored Baking Flavorings
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Shop Pineapple Food Products and Pineapple-Flavored Baking Flavors & Ingredients
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Sesame Snacks, Chips and Seeds for Cooking, Snacking and Mixes
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Strawberry Food Products and Strawberry-Flavored Baking Ingredients
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Strawberry is one of the most popular food flavorings, falling behind only vanilla and chocolate as far as worldwide popularity goes. This versatile berry is generally associated with summertime flavor profiles, and is a key ingredient in many classic dessert recipes. Strawberry flavor, however, is also a great choice for many savory dishes, and is used in everything from rich, jammy sauces and drizzles to light, bright vinaigrettes and salad dressings. OliveNation offers a wide selection of strawberry-based cooking and baking ingredients, all available in a range of sizes for home or professional, commercial use. From moist, tender dehydrated fruits to liquid extracts and flavorings to dried powders and ready-to-use creams and purees, our top quality strawberry ingredients are sure to add delicious taste, aroma, and sometimes color to recipes for any occasion.
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FAQs about Strawberry Ingredients, Extracts, and Flavorings
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What is the difference between OliveNation Strawberry Extract and OliveNation Strawberry Flavor?
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Our strawberry extract is red-colored, made using the concentrated juice and flavors or real strawberries, and has an alcohol base with glycerin, making it ideal for baking. Our strawberry flavor for brewing is clear, made from natural flavor compounds, and has a PG base. Both flavorings are water-soluble, but our strawberry flavor has been pre-approved by the TTB for use in creating alcoholic beverages.
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What is the difference between OliveNation's Strawberry Extract and Strawberry Fountain Flavor?
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Our strawberry extract is alcohol-based and made using real strawberry ingredients, making it ideal for high temperature baking applications as the alcohol will evaporate, leaving only the flavor and aroma behind in the final product. Our strawberry fountain flavor uses a non-alcohol base that makes it perfect for use in ice cream, beverages, and other low or no temperature applications.
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How are Water Soluble and Oil Soluble Strawberry Flavorings used?
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In general, water soluble flavorings are best for baking and beverage applications, while oil soluble flavorings are recommended for candy-making and chocolate work, as they will not cause chocolates to seize. However, many of our water soluble flavorings feature concentrated formulations that require proportionally smaller amounts to be used, allowing them to be used in institutional or commercial applications where mix volumes are higher.
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How do you substitute Strawberry Extracts and Flavors in recipes?
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You can substitute Strawberry Extracts and Flavors 1:1 in recipes calling for other types of extracts.
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Does OliveNation sell strawberry baking and cooking ingredients in bulk?
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All of our extracts and liquid flavorings are available in a full range of sizes including gallons and drums for commercial bakery and brewing applications as well as industrial, food service, and institutional use. Our dried fruits, flavor powders, and strawberry-flavored chocolate products are offered by the ounce for home use and by the pound for professional baking and cooking applications. We also have a special wholesale program for our customers with significant discounts for bulk orders.
Tahitian vanilla can mean either vanilla beans of the Tahitiensis variety grown and harvested on the island of Tahiti orTahitiensis vanilla beans grown and harvested elsewhere, usually Papua New Guinea. Originally grown as a hybrid of V. Planifolia and V. Odorata, the Tahitian variety is now considered a separate species on its own.
Tahitian vs Madagascar Vanilla
In addition to being grown from different vanilla orchid varieties, the final taste and aroma of Tahitian and Madagascar vanilla beans is greatly influenced by how and where they are cultivated, how they are harvested, and how the beans are processed. Tahitian vanilla from Papua New Guinea has a deeper, richer flavor and aroma with darker fruit notes, while that grown on Tahiti itself is lighter and more delicately flavored.
How is Tahitian Vanilla Different from Madagascar Vanilla?
Tahitiensis vanilla has more floral notes than Madagascar vanilla. While Madagascar vanilla generally has a stronger and creamier flavor due to a higher concentration of natural vanillin, Tahitian vanilla, although milder, has unique sweet and fruity notes, including cherry, plum, licorice, and caramel.
What is Tahitian Vanilla Good For?
Due to its delicate, sweet taste, Tahitian vanilla is frequently the first choice of professional pastry chefs and bakers. Vanilla seeds and extracts from Tahitiensis beans are ideal for flavoring pastry cream, custards, fruit pie fillings, and puddings. The light, fruity taste and floral aroma also make this variety a perfect choice for use in beverages such as smoothies or milkshakes. Many professional bakers consider Tahitian vanilla for cookies to be the best due to its unique, complex flavor.
Wondering how to choose the right type of vanilla for your recipe? Shop our full selection of extracts, beans, emulsions, and flavors online, with information on bean types, flavors, and forms, and more.
Coconut Products and Coconut-Flavored Baking Ingredients
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Coconut Ingredients for Baking and Cooking
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There’s nothing that invokes the feeling of summer quite like the distinctive taste of coconut. This delicious tropical fruit offers a unique flavor that is rich and sweet, with a subtle nutty undertone. Coconut is one of the culinary world’s most popular ingredients and is used for both sweet and savory dishes in many different cuisines. On the sweet side, coconut is a main ingredient in any number of different desserts, from traditional Coconut Cake to updated twists like Toasted Coconut S’Mores. Long used in savory dishes like curries and flavored rice, this delicious flavoring is a staple ingredient around the world for both meat-based and vegetarian dishes. Coconut is also a favorite flavor in alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, from creamy, tropical Piña Coladas to protein drinks and smoothies.
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The variety of uses for coconut ingredients and coconut flavors is rivaled only by the fruit’s many forms. Once the hard hairy shell is removed, the interior of a coconut consists of coconut water and the rich, moist flesh of the fruit itself. The fruit can be eaten raw or dried, as flakes, shredded, ground into powder, or in chunks. The raw or dried fruit can be pressed and refined into oil. Coconut can be baked, boiled, toasted, roasted, used as anything from a main ingredient to an elegant edible decoration. On the flavoring side, coconut extracts and flavors can be made from natural coconut flavors and extractives (for ”pure coconut extracts”), natural flavors, or artificial ingredients specifically formulated to duplicate the taste of real coconut. Coconut flavoring can taste like coconut and nothing but coconut, or be a part of more complex flavor profiles, as in our Coconut Macaroon Flavor Extract, which combines a toasty, coconutty taste with hints of sweet cake.
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What flavors pair well with coconut?
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Fruits: Coconut goes very well with other fruits, and not just tropical ones like banana, papaya, pineapple, mango, and orange. This flavor is great for adding a rich sweetness to berries (particularly strawberry and blackberry), helping to create more complex flavor profiles.
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Sweet Flavors: Coconut and chocolate, do we need to say more? In addition to that delicious combination, coconut’s tropical taste is even just as delectable when combines with classic flavorings like caramel and vanilla. Pair it with honey to add depth to the sweetness. And coconut cream pie’s irresistible taste is a demonstration of how well coconut pairs with sweet creams.
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Savory Spices: Coconut is an integral element of many Curries and Curry-based dishes. This is because the sweetness of coconut blends well with strong spices. Cinnamon and other warm spices like nutmeg and allspice offer a deep balance to sweet coconut. Pepper, hotter spices, and chile flavors such as cayenne and ginger also blend well with the tropical taste and help accentuate the nutty notes. Coconut balances a wide range of herbs, from sweet, tangy mint to bright turmeric and earthy garlic.
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Vegetables: Coconut’s distinctive flavor makes it perfect for vegetarian and plant-based dishes. It provides a sweet balance to tangy or acidic tastes such as garlic, onion, and tomato. It can brighten and add a sweet note to earthy vegetables like potatoes, squashes, and carrots.
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Proteins: The tropical taste of coconut complements a wide variety of proteins. It goes well with both light meats like chicken, and fish as well as heavier proteins like beef and pork. The popularity of Coconut Shrimp is a testament to how well coconut pairs with shellfish. On the vegetarian side, this tropical flavor helps add flavor in tofu and other plant-based protein dishes.
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Coconut as a flavoring element is incredibly versatile because the taste goes well with so many different flavors, spices, and proteins. While many people think of it first as a dessert ingredient, it is an important component in savory dishes worldwide. The sweet, tropical flavor of coconut features in a wide variety of international cuisines - Indian, South African, Caribbean, Thai, to name only a few.
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What are the Different Types of Coconut Flavors and Flavoring?
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Coconut extract vs coconut flavor
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There is a wide debate over what constitutes “real” or “pure” coconut extract, but it is generally agreed that only those extracts that use extractives or flavors from actual coconuts qualify. The taste of coconut can also be duplicated using natural flavor compounds from sources other than coconut, and those products are usually called “natural coconut flavor.” When coconut flavoring is created using solely synthetic or artificial compounds, it is generally called “artificial coconut flavor.”
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Coconut emulsion vs extract
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The best coconut extract for baking depends, in some ways, on the heat used in the application. Extracts contain food grade alcohol, which “bakes off” or evaporates when exposed to high temperatures, leaving behind only the flavor of the extract itself. Emulsions, on the other hand, are water-based formulations that will provide the same level of final flavor no matter what the level of heat. Coconut extract and coconut emulsion are both great choices for adding flavor in high-heat applications such as baking, sautéing, and stir-frying. For low or no-heat applications, some people prefer to use emulsions to limit the amount of alcohol.
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Coconut extract vs coconut milk
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Is coconut extract the same as coconut milk? The answer is no, although coconut milk is technically “extracted” from the grated flesh of fresh coconuts by applying pressure and straining the resulting liquid. Coconut extract adds flavor to recipes and dishes while coconut milk adds liquid and creamy texture as well as flavoring.
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Coconut extract vs coconut oil
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Like coconut milk, coconut oil (or coconut butter as it is sometimes called), is made by applying pressure to fresh or dried coconut meat. To make oil, the milk is separated from its fat components by mechanical means. Coconut oil can be made in several different ways, and the varying processes impact final taste and shelf life differently. Products labeled “refined” are pressed using heat as well as pressure, where “cold pressed” (or Virgin) oil is not subjected to as much heat. Cold pressing produces coconut oils or coconut butters that are lighter in color, require less removal of impurities during the manufacturing process, and generally taste more coconutty than expeller-pressed, refined oil. Cold-pressed coconut oil offers superior heat stability and a high smoke point (350°F, making it great for baking and sautéing, as well as improving viscosity, texture, and mouth-feel when making candy or chocolates.
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Sweetened vs unsweetened coconut
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Coconut flakes and shredded coconut are sold as either sweetened or unsweetened. Sweetened coconut is processed by adding sugar and preservative agents to flaked or shredded coconut meat. This creates a shelf-stable ingredient with beautiful pure white color and moist texture that is ideal for incorporating into cakes, macaroons and other cookies, desserts, and dishes such as coconut rice. It is ideal for toasting for use as a delicious edible decoration as well.
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Unsweetened coconut, like our desiccated coconut, consists of grated shreds or shaved coconut flakes that have had almost all the liquid content removed. This drying process allows the resulting product to offer a long shelf life without the addition of preservatives. Unsweetened coconut is ideal for use in savory recipes, as it adds texture and rich coconut taste without overly sweetening the final dish.
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Is Coconut a Healthy Snack?
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Coconut is a delicious, versatile cooking ingredient that is naturally rich in healthy fats that are easy to digest, high in fiber, minerals, and protein. Because the coconut is actually the fruit of the palm tree and not a tree nut, this ingredient is nut-allergy friendly. The sweet, tropical taste of coconut and the many different forms it takes make it perfect for snacking alone, incorporated into trail mix, granola, or other snacking mixes, and as a delicious addition to foods like yogurt, oatmeal, smoothies, or ice cream.
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Shop Lime Ingredients and Lime-Flavored Baking, Cooking, and Brewing Flavorings
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Lime is a flavor that instantly evokes a summertime feeling, no matter what the season. This deliciously tart fruit is integral to many clasics: lime rickeys, key lime pie, limeade, and even traditional carnitas tacos. Adding lime to almost any dish will instantly perk up the flavor profile and brighten the taste of the other ingredients. OliveNation offers a variety of lime ingredients to meet any need — liquid extracts and flavorings, powdered lime flavors, powdered lime leaves, and ready to use fruit puree for baking and brewing. The tart, tangy taste of this versatile citrus fruit is a great addition to baked goods, fillings, frostings, icing, beverages, and even savory dishes. Try it and taste the difference!
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What are Some Popular uses for Lime in Baking and Cooking?
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Key Lime Pie
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Lime Cheesecake
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Lime Macarons
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Iced Key Lime Pound Cake
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Vinagrette & Salad Dressing
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Lime Rickeys & Cranberry-Lime Rickeys
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Honey-Lime Glaze
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Lime Sherbet or Sorbet
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Tropical Fruit Salsas
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Citrus Marinade for Chicken or Fish
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Thai Coconut Curry & other Traditional Thai dishes
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FAQs about Lime Ingredients, Extracts, and Flavorings
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What is Lime Extract?
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Lime Extract is just one of many pure extracts you can use to enhance flavor in recipes. Our lime extracts are concentrated flavoring agents using distilled pure lime oils in an alcohol base. Our pure extracts can be used to add flavor to candy, beverages, specialty dishes, baked goods, and desserts. Our pure lime extracts are also terpeneless to ensure the longest lasting, strongest lime flavor possible!
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What Does Lime Extract Taste Like? How can I use it?
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Lime extract has a zesty citrus flavor that is used most often in baking and beverages. The lime flavor in this extract comes from distilled oil pressed from the skin of limes. Just a little of this versatile flavoring will add a citrus twist to baked goods, salsa, dips, or drinks.
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Do Key Limes taste different than regular Limes?
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Key limes are round, light yellow-colored fruits that are smaller and more delicate than \\\"regular\\\" limes (which are also known as Persian limes). Grown in tropical and subtropical climates, Key limes offer a more floral aroma and slightly sweeter taste that is perfect in sweet, creamy desserts.
Coffee Extracts and Flavoring Ingredients for Baking & Beverages
What is Coffee Flavor?
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Coffee flavor is immensely popular in beverages, baked goods, and ice cream. It provides the unmistakable flavor of coffee in your recipes. This versatile ingredient comes in many styles and flavors, including plain coffee, deep and rich espresso, creamy cappucino, and more. As a flavor element, the hint of bitterness pairs well with almost any other taste profile. Chocolates, frostings, fillings, milkshakes, and ice cream are well-known products that are frequently coffee-flavored. But this ingredient is also great in other baked goods, beverages, and cooked dishes. OliveNation offers a wide variety of coffee-flavored ingredients for baking and cooking, including liquid extracts and flavors, pastes, powders, and even snacks such as chocolate-covered coffee beans.
Coffee Extracts vs Coffee Flavor
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Coffee extract is just one of many extracts and flavors you can use to enhance your recipes. The gentle extraction process used in our coffee extract ensures that you'll get a perfect coffee flavor every time you need it. Extracts are concentrated flavoring agents that have been distilled from beans, nut oils, fruits, and spices that are then dissolved in an alcohol base. Our pure extracts and flavors can be used to in candy, beverages, specialty dishes, baked goods, and desserts.
Coffee flavorings made without actual coffee will still add the taste, aroma, and sometimes color of this popular ingredient in cooking, baking, and beverage making.
Cooking with Coffee Flavor
Tastes great in brownies, cakes, shakes, and ice cream. Pairs well with vanilla, chocolate, and a variety of other flavors. Add a few drops to a chocolate shake for a great mocha flavor.
What is the Difference between Espresso and Coffee?
Espresso, or caffe espresso, is concentrated coffee that is made from finely-ground beans brewed under pressure to create a thick and strong-tasting coffee that is usually served in small servings due to its strength. The difference in taste comes not from the beans, which are usually dark roast, but rather from the preparation and brewing method used.
What is the Difference between Cappuccino and Coffee?
Cappuccino's origins can be traced to Italy. It is a hot drink made with espresso and milk. The espresso is poured into the bottom third of the cup and then carefully topped off with hot milk. Additional milk is steamed and aerated to form a foam which is then poured on top of the espresso/milk mixture. Baristas will often create designs in the foam for a special touch. Cappuccino takes its name from a branch of the order of Catholic Franciscan friars named Capuchins, who wore woven wool cloaks in a particular shade of light brown. Cappuccino's rising popularity occurred in Europe after World War II. It was then that large espresso machines became common in restaurants and cafes. In Italy, the Italians consume cappuccino only in the morning. In fact, it is frowned upon to ask for a cappuccino after mid-morning! In the United States, cappuccino has become very popular, especially since specialty coffee bars started opening in major cities. It is now common to find cappuccino-flavored beverages, ice cream, cakes and confectionery products. Adding cappuccino flavor is easy with OliveNation's cappuccino extract for baked goods.
Many of our premium vanilla beans, pure vanilla extracts, and vanilla powder are made from delicate Bourbon Madagascar vanilla beans, straight from the islands of Madagascar. Whole Bourbon beans (named for the Isle de Bourbon where the French first planted the vines) have a smooth, rich, sweet flavor and are the thinnest vanilla bean variety grown.
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Bourbon Madagascar strains are considered by connoisseurs to be the best you can buy. The unmistakable fragrance and taste of vanilla is warm, delicate, rich, woodsy, spicy, and sweet. These qualities combine to make vanilla a sweet spice that supports, balances, mellows and adds a bit of depth to all kinds of dishes. And while you find a bottle of vanilla in nearly every cook's pantry, the extract's flavor intensity can vary widely depending upon its origins, purity (pure VS synthetic) and alcohol content. Vanilla, or, to be more precise, vanilla beans are one of the world's most labor-intensive crops.
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The beans are the fruit of a climbing orchid (vanilla planifolia) that is indigenous to Mexico and Central America. The three-year growth period from planting to maturity is just the beginning of the long journey toward becoming bean, extract or powder. Every single planifolia flower is pollinated by hand after which growth continues for nine more months until the green seedpod (the bean) develops. Farmers closely monitor individual plants into the next year. They hand-harvest daily since each bean ripens at its own pace and extreme care must be taken to ensure they do not become over-mature and split. Finally, a crucial six-month curing process gives the beans their heavenly perfume and flavor.
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Add our pure Madagascar-Bourbon vanilla extracts to all your pastry recipes including Italian pizzelle, torte, biscotti and hundreds of other confections. Panna cotta, semifreddo, poached pears, and gelato all taste better when they're baked with Bourbon beans.
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Mango Ingredients and Mango-Flavored Baking Products
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Mint Ingredients and Mint Flavors for Baking, Cooking, and Beverages
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Looking for mint ingredients to flavor a recipe? With so many different varieties available, it can be hard to choose the right one. Known for its fresh, \\\"cool\\\" taste that includes both fruity and sweet notes, mint is an aromatic herb that grows wild around the world. The distinctive flavor, aroma, and cooling sensation of plants in the mint family come from the aromatic compound menthol. Different varieties of mint (Mentha) plants contain differing amounts of menthol which contributes to their similar-but-not-the-same flavor profiles. Alone, or in combination with other ingredients (Hello, mint chocolate anything!), mint is immensely popular in flavoring both sweet and savory recipes around the world.
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What are the most common types of mint used in cooking?
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Mint: Most people are surprised when they learn that there are hundreds of distinct varieties of mint (genus: Mentha) grown around the world.
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Peppermint: Peppermint has the highest amount of menthol of any of the mint plants, giving it the distinctively \\\"cool\\\" taste we know and love in candy, frostings, and fillings.
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Spearmint: Spearmint has less menthol than peppermint, allowing its natural sweetness to provide balance with its coolness. Ideal for use in sweet or savory recipes, spearmint's delicious flavor is a key element in everything from mint juleps to mint jelly for lamb dishes to mint chocolate ice creams.
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Pineapple Mint: The pineapple mint plant is used more for its fuzzy leaves and decorative look as a garnish than in cooking. When used in cooking or in beverages, it has a sweet pineapple-like flavor and light minty aroma.
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Apple Mint: Apple mint plants are prized by gardeners who make their own mint jelly, as the flavor of this mint is rich and fruity as well as minty. The slightly furred leaves are why this variety is also known as \\\"wooly\\\" mint.
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Chocolate Mint: Chocolate mint was developed from peppermint plants for its distinctive look with dark brown stems, and its rich, deep fruity aroma with chocolate notes. When bruised, the leaves smell similar to an after-dinner mint!
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Wintergreen: Wintergreen flavor is generally described as \\\"minty,\\\" but has a sweeter, warmer and more subtle taste and aroma than mint. It's frequently used to flavor candies, ice cream, and teas. It's also well known as the flavoring used for a certain iconic bright pink stomach remedy. Wintergreen, commonly known as teaberry, is also an herb, but from a different family of plants than mint.
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Eucalyptus: The taste and aroma of eucalyptus are sometimes described as minty, but really the comparison is to menthol, the compound that makes mint taste \\\"cool.\\\" Eucalyptus leaves contain terpenes, some of which are chemically similar to menthol, that create its pungent, almost citrus-like, woodsy aroma that is often used in medicinal products.
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Crème de Menthe: Creme de menthe is a sweet, mint-flavored, green liqueur famous for its use in cocktails such as Grasshoppers and Stingers. It is frequently used for coloring and flavoring in chocolates or confectionery fillings.
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Mint flavorings are some of the most popular worldwide for both sweet and savory recipes. The combination of bright, cold, sweet, and warm options make this flavor family a perfect choice for a huge variety of dishes. Peppermint is widely associated with wintertime and holiday candy, but is also famous for use in confections and baked goods made with dark chocolate. The sweeter, milder taste of spearmint, on the other hand, is not only used in baking and desserts, but is also a staple in many savory dishes. Lamb dishes, spiced meats, seasoned vegetable dishes, soups, and curries are all brightened by the addition of mint flavor and aroma.
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In addition to bakery and cooking, mint is a popular flavor for use in beverages, from mint mochas and hot cocoa-based drinks to chocolate mint beers, porters, wines, and liqueurs. The cool, bright flavor of peppermint is a classic in schnapps, while the sweet taste of spearmint can add depth to creamy drinks. Mint flavored milkshakes, protein drinks, and nutritional beverages, as well as cocktails, can either bring this cool, light flavor to the forefront, or use it to brighten complex flavor profiles.
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FAQs about Mint Extracts, Flavorings & Ingredients
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What Flavor is Mint?
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Mint is the overarching term for flavors from plants in the Mentha family. When something is called mint flavor, chances are good that you're actually tasting either spearmint or peppermint. Most mint flavoring sold in grocery stores is spearmint. The distinguishing element of mint flavors is the sensation of coolness provided by the naturally-occurring menthol in the plants. Mint has a generally light, bright flavor with an undertone of sweetness.
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What is the Difference Between Spearmint and Peppermint?
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Spearmint offers milder and less chilly taste and aroma than peppermint, due to peppermint's much higher concentration of menthol. Spearmint's sweeter and lighter taste makes it an excellent all-around flavoring, and allows it to pair well with savory flavors. Peppermint's stronger, sharper taste and aroma are great when used with other strong flavors, making it the mint of choice for use with dark chocolate, citrus, and other bold tastes.
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What is the Difference Between Peppermint Extract and Oil?
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Peppermint oil comes from the leaves of the peppermint plant. This pure, essential oil is very, very strong and is generally four times the strength of an extract. Peppermint extract is peppermint oil that has been extracted into a base, usually alcohol, and diluted with water to reduce its intensity and make it better for flavoring foods while retaining flavor and aroma.
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Strawberry is one of the most popular food flavorings, falling behind only vanilla and chocolate as far as worldwide popularity goes. This versatile berry is generally associated with summertime flavor profiles, and is a key ingredient in many classic dessert recipes. Strawberry flavor, however, is also a great choice for many savory dishes, and is used in everything from rich, jammy sauces and drizzles to light, bright vinaigrettes and salad dressings. OliveNation offers a wide selection of strawberry-based cooking and baking ingredients, all available in a range of sizes for home or professional, commercial use. From moist, tender dehydrated fruits to liquid extracts and flavorings to dried powders and ready-to-use creams and purees, our top quality strawberry ingredients are sure to add delicious taste, aroma, and sometimes color to recipes for any occasion.
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FAQs about Strawberry Ingredients, Extracts, and Flavorings
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What is the difference between OliveNation Strawberry Extract and OliveNation Strawberry Flavor?
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Our strawberry extract is red-colored, made using the concentrated juice and flavors or real strawberries, and has an alcohol base with glycerin, making it ideal for baking. Our strawberry flavor for brewing is clear, made from natural flavor compounds, and has a PG base. Both flavorings are water-soluble, but our strawberry flavor has been pre-approved by the TTB for use in creating alcoholic beverages.
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What is the difference between OliveNation's Strawberry Extract and Strawberry Fountain Flavor?
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Our strawberry extract is alcohol-based and made using real strawberry ingredients, making it ideal for high temperature baking applications as the alcohol will evaporate, leaving only the flavor and aroma behind in the final product. Our strawberry fountain flavor uses a non-alcohol base that makes it perfect for use in ice cream, beverages, and other low or no temperature applications.
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How are Water Soluble and Oil Soluble Strawberry Flavorings used?
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In general, water soluble flavorings are best for baking and beverage applications, while oil soluble flavorings are recommended for candy-making and chocolate work, as they will not cause chocolates to seize. However, many of our water soluble flavorings feature concentrated formulations that require proportionally smaller amounts to be used, allowing them to be used in institutional or commercial applications where mix volumes are higher.
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How do you substitute Strawberry Extracts and Flavors in recipes?
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You can substitute Strawberry Extracts and Flavors 1:1 in recipes calling for other types of extracts.
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Does OliveNation sell strawberry baking and cooking ingredients in bulk?
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All of our extracts and liquid flavorings are available in a full range of sizes including gallons and drums for commercial bakery and brewing applications as well as industrial, food service, and institutional use. Our dried fruits, flavor powders, and strawberry-flavored chocolate products are offered by the ounce for home use and by the pound for professional baking and cooking applications. We also have a special wholesale program for our customers with significant discounts for bulk orders.
Tahitian vanilla can mean either vanilla beans of the Tahitiensis variety grown and harvested on the island of Tahiti orTahitiensis vanilla beans grown and harvested elsewhere, usually Papua New Guinea. Originally grown as a hybrid of V. Planifolia and V. Odorata, the Tahitian variety is now considered a separate species on its own.
Tahitian vs Madagascar Vanilla
In addition to being grown from different vanilla orchid varieties, the final taste and aroma of Tahitian and Madagascar vanilla beans is greatly influenced by how and where they are cultivated, how they are harvested, and how the beans are processed. Tahitian vanilla from Papua New Guinea has a deeper, richer flavor and aroma with darker fruit notes, while that grown on Tahiti itself is lighter and more delicately flavored.
How is Tahitian Vanilla Different from Madagascar Vanilla?
Tahitiensis vanilla has more floral notes than Madagascar vanilla. While Madagascar vanilla generally has a stronger and creamier flavor due to a higher concentration of natural vanillin, Tahitian vanilla, although milder, has unique sweet and fruity notes, including cherry, plum, licorice, and caramel.
What is Tahitian Vanilla Good For?
Due to its delicate, sweet taste, Tahitian vanilla is frequently the first choice of professional pastry chefs and bakers. Vanilla seeds and extracts from Tahitiensis beans are ideal for flavoring pastry cream, custards, fruit pie fillings, and puddings. The light, fruity taste and floral aroma also make this variety a perfect choice for use in beverages such as smoothies or milkshakes. Many professional bakers consider Tahitian vanilla for cookies to be the best due to its unique, complex flavor.
Wondering how to choose the right type of vanilla for your recipe? Shop our full selection of extracts, beans, emulsions, and flavors online, with information on bean types, flavors, and forms, and more.
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