Craft beer has never been more popular than it is today. Arguably, the most popular craft beer style is the IPA. Their popularity is due, in large part, to the breadth of flavors packed in each bottle. Bitterness combined with citrus tones from the hops and a sweet caramel finish provide great avenues for enhancement...Read More

Summer is right around the corner and here at Northwestern Extract we are ready for the clean and natural flavors. People want a great tasting flavor that supports their healthy lifestyle while using natural flavors without the artificial sweeteners, coloring, citric acid and access calories. We have a variety of tropical, fruity and florals flavors that pair up...Read More

Dry lips are a drag!  Lip balm helps to hydrate lips and protect against the harsh UV light during the cold winter months.  Are you thinking about adding lip balm to your business?  We have flavor experts to help.  Our lip balm flavors are oil soluble and can meet your needs whether you’re looking for natural, or...Read More

The fall season is fast approaching which brings some nutty flavors into the lime light!  Northwestern Extract provides baking and confectionery manufacturers with delicious flavors for their unique creations.  Try our natural & sweet tasting almond flavor to enhance cakes, cookies, candy and more.  Or enhance your baked goods with maple syrup, hazelnut and chocolate peanut butter....Read More

What are the top flavors this summer? July’s warm weather and sunshine has increased demand for refreshing citrus flavors like grapefruit, lemon, tangerine, blood orange, clementine and bitter orange.   Not only are the craft brewers riding the citrus flavor wave, which appeals to consumers that like the aromatics of an IPA and pale ale, the distilling industry is...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

Are you looking for a flavor to increase your aroma and taste in your beer?  Many times, brewers will look for a flavor when their production increases, and fresh fruit, purées and juice become too expensive or time consuming to use.  Not only is there the decision making process of which flavors to use in...Read More

It’s all about the flavor, right?  Our custom flavors at Northwestern Extract can help you make something special. Spring is right around the corner – your customers are searching for the next new taste and we can help you create it!  Whether you want a sweet fruity cocktail, an exotic tropical beach or a smooth cucumber melon flavor, we...Read More

Everyone knows how cranberry flavor has a tangy and fruity taste all it’s own.  In order to create that unique flavor, here at Northwestern Extract, we have worked hard to perfect cranberry into a flavor profile that is tangy and not overwhelmingly sweet. Recently we developed TTB Natural Cranberry flavors for use in alcoholic beverages. We are happy with the...Read More

With fall quickly approaching, the pumpkin spice phenomenon is now upon us.  Some people love it and others dread the very word.  Here at Northwestern Extract, we have so much more to offer than the regular pumpkin spice.  We have a such a big array of flavorings for you to try and sample in your...Read More