Fruity and refreshing are the name of the game for summer flavors.  At Northwestern Extract Company, we have so many flavors that are perfect for your summer sodas, seltzers, and alcoholic beverages.  Nostalgic flavors are still a huge trend in the marketplace.  We have a brand new Red, White and Blue Pop (Bomb-Pop Type) flavor that is...Read More

The seltzer beverage market continues to grow with more companies creating new and exciting products.  Mountain Dew just launched their first Hard Seltzer, and the big names in the industry continue to introduce new flavor packs, including lemonades, punches, and ice teas, with less “traditional” flavors. There are also more “functional” seltzers available, with or...Read More

Huckleberries are usually described as a cross between a raspberry and a blueberry with a more intense taste but similar look to a blueberry. Huckleberries can add that extra punch of flavor to seltzers, cakes, cocktails, hard candy, ice cream, and most baked goods. We love seeing huckleberry paired with a lemon or lime which...Read More

Craft distilleries are upping their game in the flavor arena.  With the current trends, it is an exciting time to be in the craft distillery business and customers are eager to try new and different flavors.  According to an IWSR Drinks Market Analysis, whiskey grew 4.9% in 2020 and in 2022 whiskey is expected to account...Read More

Nostalgic flavors continue to gain momentum and we love seeing these wacky and fun flavors come to life in various applications.  Consumers associate fond memories with these childhood flavors, creating a new space for creativity in product lines.  This nostalgia trend is popping up in the snack and bakery market, as well as the CBD...Read More

Dark beers rich deep flavor comes from roasting grains and most commonly have notes of intense flavors.  Dark beers can be added to meats, stews, chocolate cakes, breads, and brownies elevating your flavor profiles to a whole new level.   A stout is a heavy bodied beer with different variations including milk stout, oatmeal stout, imperial...Read More

The CBD-infused products category continues to be a huge market with unlimited growth potential, with the CBD industry expecting to hit $16 billion by 2025.  With so many different avenues for dosing, consumers are beginning to feel more comfortable with CBD and are more willing to try new and different offerings. The majority of CBD products...Read More

Many consumers enjoy spicy foods and pairing sweet with heat is an ever-growing trend.  Northwestern Extract Company has Chili Pepper, Habanero, and Jalapeño  flavors that pair beautifully with a variety of fruit flavors.  Adding a dash of heat with our Hot Solution will give your product the perfect kick.  Chili Pepper Combinations:  Dark ChocolateMango Raspberry  Habanero Combinations:  Apple MangoOrangePapaya Pineapple Jalapeño Combinations:  Cucumber MargaritaPearStrawberryWatermelon These peppers...Read More

Fall is right around the corner and with that comes pumpkin pie, apple picking, and warm spice drinks.  Here are some ideas for expanding your current product lines with the warm flavor tones consumers are looking for this time of year. Create a new seasonal favorite by adding our Pumpkin Spice flavor to your autumn porters, stouts, or...Read More

Together with cherished family time on Thanksgiving and the giggling kiddos running around on Halloween, it’s hard to not find joy in the Autumn Season. But what makes it even better is the consistency and love we find in the comfort foods. Pumpkin, apple, butternut squash and pecans always top our list of what to...Read More