Coffee Flavour F.340947T

Definition and Description
Coffee Flavour F.340947T is a food-grade, water-soluble liquid flavouring agent designed to replicate or enhance the natural aroma and taste of roasted coffee beans. It is commonly used in various food and beverage applications to deliver a rich, roasted, and slightly bitter profile that characterizes freshly brewed coffee. This flavouring solution is ideal for both hot and cold processed foods.

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E Number: While coffee flavour itself may not have a specific standalone E-number, the components used in flavouring (e.g., solvents, carriers) might fall under general E-numbers for approved food additives.

Sources and Processing
The raw material for Coffee Flavour F.340947T primarily comes from roasted coffee beans and, in some cases, natural aromatic compounds derived from coffee extract. The flavour can also be synthesized to match coffee’s signature volatiles like furfurylthiol and guaiacol.

Processing Steps:

1. Extraction – Coffee beans are roasted and then subjected to extraction using water or alcohol to obtain the concentrated flavour.
2. Distillation or Spray Drying – The extract is refined through distillation or converted into a liquid concentrate through spray drying and emulsification.
3. Stabilization – Carriers like propylene glycol or glycerin may be added to stabilize the flavour, ensuring shelf life and ease of use in recipes.

Uses in Food Products
Coffee Flavour F.340947T is versatile and heat-stable, making it suitable for various applications in baking, dairy, confectionery, and beverages. It provides consistency and intensity of flavour without the variability of natural coffee extract.

Food Applications Include:

1. Coffee-flavoured cakes and muffins
2. Ice cream and gelato
3. Ready-to-drink coffee beverages
4. Energy drinks and protein shakes
5. Chocolate and coffee bars
6. Cookies, biscotti, and brownies
7. Puddings and custards
8. Yoghurts and dairy desserts

Benefits
When used in appropriate quantities, coffee flavour may contribute to health-promoting properties through bioactive compounds present in the source extract. These include:

1. Rich in Antioxidants – Coffee contains chlorogenic acids which are known to reduce oxidative stress.
2. Improves Alertness – The flavour may help stimulate cognitive associations with caffeine, boosting mental focus.
3. Mood Enhancement – The aroma of coffee has been linked with improved mood and reduced stress in various studies.