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Top 5 Flavor Headlines of August 2025

Check out which headlines our readers loved most as summer comes to a close.

To me, the snack market has been fascinating to watch develop over the last few years.

Editor's Note: Spice Up Your Life

Consumers consistently associate specific colors with key wellness benefits.

What Does Wellness Taste Like? Q&A with ADM’s Flavors & Citrus Global Senior Director of Product Marketing

Snacking accounts for more than 20% of global food and beverage sales, according to data from Circana.

Forward Thinking: Snacks Without Borders

Brands are innovating with cheese-flavored combinations, spicy flavors influenced by condiments and hot sauces, global-inspired flavors, and meat-based snacks.

Isoamyl acetate is commonly associated with banana flavors.

Flavor Bites: Isoamyl Acetate in Tropical Fruit, Berry, Alcoholic and Other Flavors

Learn about the diverse range of flavor applications for isoamyl acetate.

According to Circana, the U.S. snack market is currently worth $148.6 billion and continues to grow.

Better-For-You, On-the-Go Innovations On Trend for Snack Market, says Conagra Report

Conagra Brands' Future of Snacking Report identifies five key trends shaping snacking behaviors.

Sustainable Solvents: Balancing Performance and Environmental Responsibility in Fragrances

Sustainable Solvents: Balancing Performance and Environmental Responsibility in Fragrances

Solvay's Augeo is a sustainable, high-performance solvent solution that positively contributes to olfactory performance.

Each gummy is coated in a tangy chili layer.

Mars Launches SKITTLES Gummies Fuego, Inspired by Swicy Trend

SKITTLES Gummies Fuego are available in a 5.8 oz pack and incudes five flavors: mango, watermelon, strawberry, raspberry and lemon.

“We are pleased with our strong results for the first half of the year, as we are managing in a dynamic environment,” chairman, president and chief executive officer Brendan Foley said.

McCormick Reports Strong Second Quarter Performance

McCormick’s flavor solutions sales decreased by 1%, but the consumer segment increased 3% during the second quarter.

Asia Pacific is the leading region for functional foods in volume growth, largely attributed to rising middle class spending.

Functional Foods Market Expected to Grow 10% by 2033, Says New Report

The market is being driven by growing demand for nutrient-enriched products, probiotics, fortified beverages and plant-based alternatives.

While traditional approaches relied on purchasing expensive marketing data and trend reports, the landscape is shifting thanks to artificial intelligence.

Translating Viral Trends Into Flavor Experiences

OSF Flavors' managing director gives tips on capturing a viral moment using it for flavorful innovations.

The range has been developed specifically for ready-to-mix drinks and protein bars, with plans to expand into other applications in the future.

dsm-firmenich Announces Launch of ModulaSENSE Maskers for Plant Protein

ModulaSENSE maskers target multiple sensory pathways and block unwanted flavors before they can activate taste receptors.

ADM's second quarter net earnings were $219 million, down 53% compared to the same period last year.

ADM Announces Second Quarter Financial Results, Remains Confident for Rest of 2025

Company officials believe that the recently improved margins will benefit the fourth quarter of 2025 and beyond.

“Rubix has a well-deserved reputation as a true innovation powerhouse, developing flavors and technologies that have shaped food and beverage offerings for leading brands,” Smith said.

Rubix Foods Names Ryan Smith as Chief Executive Officer

Smith has over two decades of executive experience in the flavor and ingredient industry.