Flavor Systems
Flavor systems at Balchem encompass the many solutions we bring to the dairy industry. Whether you need the perfect ice cream base and variegate pairing, or a creamy cup of holiday nog, we help companies turn creative frozen dessert and dairy ideas into winning products with the consumer. We can help you discover or customize flavor solutions and textures to stay on trend and make your brand memorable.
Markets Served
We develop and manufacture innovative flavor solutions and systemize them for dairy manufacturers including textured variegates, liquid chips, flavor systems, chocolate dairy powders, plant-based applications, and no heat coatings.
Our applications fit well within:
- Frozen Desserts: flavor bases, low melt-point inclusions, sherbet bases, fruit solid packs, variegates, novelties, coatings, syrups, toppings
- Dairy Beverages: chocolate dairy powders, flavored milk, tea, lemonade, juice, eggnogs, syrups, smoothies, single-serve products, vitamins
- Cultured: flavor bases, variegates, fruit solid packs, vitamins, sidecars
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Innovate with Us!
Leverage the experience of the industry’s leader in frozen dessert and beverage systems to create fast-to-market solutions with the flexibility you need. Balchem® manufactures and supplies customized ingredient systems that help you bring innovative products to market faster.
Over 200 collective years of dairy research and application experience have led to some of the industry’s most innovative and delicious ice creams, flavored milk, egg nogs, juices, and other beverages.
We create on-trend powder and liquid flavor delivery systems for a variety of end-use applications. Unlike just a “flavor”, our INjoy™ Flavor Systems have a broader impact – from your operations to the consumer experience.
Our capabilities can simplify your decision-making and transfer to more applications than ice cream. We can help you develop new innovative flavors and create dairy systems that propel your products forward. Leverage our team’s expertise to expand your product portfolio with new and indulgent flavors for a variety of cultured products.
Products That Utilize Our Flavor Systems
Betrflakes®
Low melt-point flakes that provide superior mouthfeel and flavor release in frozen treats.
Choco-Flakes™
Milk, dark, and white chocolate-flavored flakes that improve mouthfeel and flavor release.
Chocolate Dairy Powders
Milk Chocolate Dairy Powders for every chocolate milk application sourced from high-quality cocoa.
Eggnog Bases
Our eggnog base capabilities use superior liquid and dry flavor systems that can be completely customized for your needs.
Dairy & Plant-Based Milk Bases
Dairy and plant-based milk flavor bases. A broad range of taste profiles with various fat levels and sweetener systems.
Flavor Systems
Our All-In-One Dry Flavor System is a time-saver because it eliminates the need for time-consuming pail scraping.
Fruit Solid Pack
Fruit show adds texture and improves mouthfeel. It is valued in various applications and can be stored for up to one year!
Juice Bases
Our juice bases provide high-quality flavor. We offer a wide range of juice flavors and top notes that are easily customizable.
Kalva®
Our Kalva® Dip Coatings provide a wide range of benefits aside from the extensive list of customization options.
Liquid Chip
Balchem’s liquid chip technology is built for mixing frozen treats. It can be formulated for viscosity, mouthfeel, flavor, color, and textures.
Vita-Rite®
Vitamin A, Palmitate, and Vitamin D3 supplements are used in dairy and functional beverages. Multiple vitamin emulsions are available.
Lemonade & Iced Tea Bases
Leverage our flavor systems to create delicious Lemonade and Iced Tea. Whether you want a matched drink or a custom trending flavor, we have you covered.
Syrups, Shakes & Smoothie Bases
We offer many innovative flavors and the list is ever-expanding. These flavors can be adjusted specifically for your needs and are completely customizable.
Variegates
Our variegate types deliver flavor, color, texture, and taste for a truly sensory experience in your ice cream.
The types of variegate we offer are:
| Balchem Product Name | SKU | Target Fat | Nutritional Highlights (per 100g) | Features & Benefits |
| QuIC Milk | F102MLKF-50 | 1% | Low sodium, cholesterol Good Source: protein | Foam-dried milk powder |
| Quali Cream™ 7211 | 1017211-50 | 73% | Good sources: protein, potassium, choline, vitamin E, panthenic acid Excellent source: vitamins A & B12, calcium, riboflavin, phosphorus | Enhances creaminess, mouthfeel, and opacity |
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