Cardamom: The Flavour of Elegance
Cardamom, often hailed as the “queen of spices,” is a treasure trove of flavour and history. Originating in the lush rainforest of southern India, this spice has journeyed across the globe to become one of the most sought-after and valued spices. Cardamom holds a prominent place in the spice trade, standing as the third most expensive spice after saffron and vanilla.
Cardamom’s flavour profile is a complex and delightful blend of seedy, skinny, warm, and green notes. Cardamom’s aroma is both sweet and spicy, with hints of camphor, making it a versatile ingredient in both sweet and savory dishes. This beloved spice is also used in Ayurvedic medicine formulation because of its distinctive aroma, which enhances palatability.
The flavour of cardamom is largely due to its essential oil content, which includes compounds like alpha-terpinyl acetate, beta-caryophyllene, and 1,8-cineole. These compounds contribute to cardamom’s warm, spicy, and slightly sweet taste. The green color of cardamom pods is indicative of its freshness and high quality.
Recent market trends
Recent product analysis reports revealed a significant surge in cardamom-flavoured products across various categories. From beverages to bakery and confectionery products, sweets to ice creams, sauces and seasonings to ready meals and side dishes, cereals, and baby food, the market has seen exponential growth in cardamom-infused creations. This highlights the increasing popularity and versatility of cardamom in diverse culinary applications.
Complex flavour profiles of cardamom
Keva Flavours is renowned for its authentic ethnic flavours, with cardamom being a standout. We offer both natural and nature-identical cardamom flavours suitable for various applications. Available in liquid, encapsulated forms, granules, or dry mix formats, our flavours are oil and water-soluble, making them ideal for tea, rusks, sweets, chocolate, biscuits, cream biscuits, cakes, protein powders, flavoured milk, and more.
Natural cardamom flavour is essential oil separated from cardamom pods and it ensures the spice’s true essence is maintained. In contrast, nature-identical flavours are chemically synthesized to mimic cardamom’s taste, capturing its seedy, peely, fresh, warm, herbal, and camphory notes in a balanced way. Both natural and nature identical flavour adds depth and complexity to various food products. Its rich, aromatic profile enhances everything from baked goods to desserts, sauces, and seasonings to beverages, and sweets to savoury snacks.
Innovation is the core of Keva Flavours. Our team of expert flavourists combines their extensive knowledge of flavours with a deep understanding of sensory science to create exquisite flavour profiles. Their creativity and expertise enable them to capture the true essence of cardamom, balancing its complex notes to develop flavours that are both authentic and appealing. They also work closely with our clients to understand their specific needs and preferences. Our tailored cardamom flavours meet the unique requirements of each product, ensuring that the final result is a perfect match for the intended application. Cardamom, we understand it best phrase!
Our state-of-the-art equipment and techniques allow us to create both oil and water-soluble flavours, seamlessly integrated into any recipe for a consistent and delightful taste experience. Quality control is paramount at Keva Flavours, employing Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) analysis to ensure the purity and consistency of our flavours, meeting rigorous quality standards in every batch
Keva Flavours as a partner
Beyond flavours, we provide comprehensive support with product prototyping, recipe re-engineering, and sensory and market insights as well to ensure your products meet the highest standards of taste and quality.
The application of the flavours is a crucial aspect of product development. Our experienced team of application scientists helps us in in-house product trials. We also support our customers in product prototype development.
Product development thrives on innovation and the strategic application of flavours. Our experienced team of application scientists excels in in-house product trials and provides robust support for our customers in product prototype development. Their expertise and creativity ensure that each product achieves its full flavour potential.
Recipe re-engineering is another key aspect of our service offering at Keva Flavours. We work with our clients to refine and optimize their recipes, ensuring the flavour is seamlessly integrated and enhances the overall taste profile of the product. This process involves evaluating the existing recipe, identifying areas for improvement, and making necessary adjustments to achieve the desired flavour balance.
Keva Flavours is your dedicated partner in creating standout products that delight your customers and shine in the market. Let us help you unlock the full potential of cardamom flavour and elevate your products to new heights of excellence.
To learn more about our range of flavours please write to us at connect.flavours@keva.co.in and read our blogs.
Keep relishing our elegant flavours!
ArrayKeva has an extensive flavour shop for various food and beverage applications, besides a team of expert flavourists and food technologists for creating custom flavours and matches. To partner with us, contact Keva today.
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