As trends change, beverage-makers are forced to adapt in order to succeed. These changes aren’t always easy to make, since one alteration to a formulation can often be enough to disrupt its taste, mouthfeel, shelf life and more. Nevertheless, beverage-makers must find a way to meet consumer demand. Enter hydrocolloids.
Most recently, demand for plant-based, clean-label, reduced-sugar and functional beverages has been high, according to experts. As eCommerce continues to grow, demand for beverages with a longer shelf life is increasing as well, notes Kyle Bailey, manager of sales technical service for the Americas at Atlanta-based CP Kelco. Hydrocolloids help address all of these needs.