One of late summer and early autumn’s greatest treats is none other than the candied caramel apple. The sweet chew of the caramel, or the crunch of the candy coating pair well with the tart juiciness of a fresh and crisp apple. The flavor is reminiscent of days of innocence, yet it is unmistakable against...Read More

The three words that come to mind when thinking of orange flavor are bright, sharp, and juicy.  There is the classic Florida navel with it’s iconic acidity, and the mandarine orange that is heavier on the sweet aspect of the flavor.  The Blood orange brings a juicier, more tart flavor while tangerines up the sweetness...Read More

I think you’d agree that if there was one fruit that symbolized summer the best, it would have to be watermelon.  Its juicy, mouth watering flavor is unlike any other.  The taste of watermelon brings to mind a hot summer day with a juicy, chin dripping watermelon slice in hand.  Northwestern Extract has worked hard...Read More

It is safe to say that there are two types of people in this world, those who eat dessert last and those who eat it first.  Whether you are the first or the second type of person, we stand behind your decision to partake in dessert. We stand by that decision so firmly that we...Read More

Summer cookouts are beginning to fill calendars with the promise of good food, good times, and good drinks.  Three beverages stand out for what will be hot in 2019, shandies, citrus beers, and mocktails. Each of these flavorful drinks is looking to have a large uptick in alcoholic market sales, bringing their own unique presence...Read More

There are many different ways to get lemon flavor into a product.  Some common techniques are to include natural lemon juice, lemon zest, or even lemon pulp to add or boost lemon flavor. Other options for adding lemon into your flavor profile include the use of natural and artificial flavors.  Our team at Northwestern Extract has...Read More

While it is the beginning of spring, it is the perfect time for you to consider planning for your summer lineup’s berry flavors.  Raspberries are one of the first summer berries to ripen, and each variety carries its own unique flavor profile that our flavorists have worked hard to capture and highlight across our berry...Read More

The trees in these parts have been budding in the past few weeks, filling the air with a plethora of fragrances that fill us up with thoughts of summer adventures, parties in the backyard, and cookouts with loved ones. Warmer weather is knocking at the door, begging your customers to open their windows, slip on...Read More

Summer has arrived and your customers are enjoying your delicious beverages. You may be thinking that it is time to diversify beverage options by adding something new for the fall.  Getting the flavors just right can be a challenge, and having the added hurdle of maneuvering the system to get your drinks Alcohol and Tobacco...Read More

While beer may be the go-to drink for most Americans, it is hard to deny that America has a history with distilled drinks that is as old as the country itself. Whiskey is an American tradition that stretches back to our founding fathers. In recent years, distilled drinks have begun to make a comeback in...Read More