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Sweet tooth: Vanilla expansion

Apr 2018

Vanilla products around the world continue to show off a creative variety of new flavors. Whether it’s through flavor combinations or inventive new applications on its own, the many different types of products that utilise a vanilla flavor may be surprising. There is a growing interest in vanilla products that are certified organic, GMO free and fair trade. Currently, the majority of vanilla is used in sweet applications, but the flavor is emerging in other categories such as soft drinks and alcoholic beverages demonstrating Vanilla's diverse potential, which keeps it a number one choice for consumers.

1. Bierboom Imperial Porter Flavored With Vanilla Bourbon And Chocolate (Belgium)
2. Wicked Sister Desserts Madagascan Vanilla Bean Rice Pudding (Australia)
3. Artisan Palate Cinnamon And Vanilla Demerara Sugar (India)
4. Dandies All Natural Vanilla Marshmallows (US)
5.    International Delight Vanille Francaise Colorant A Cafe: French Vanilla Coffee Whitener (Canada)
6. Dandy Almond Delight Premium Vanilla Ice Cream Dipped In Milk Chocolate Coating With Roasted Almonds (Qatar)
7. Vitalia Bites 2 Go Granola Bars With Vanilla And Dark Chocolate (Turkey)
8. Urban Vegan Salted Almond Brittle Gelato With Madagascan Vanilla (South Africa)
9. Magnum Mini Hazelnut Salted Vanilla Ice Cream (Australia)
10. Tip Top Bakery Fruit Loaf Bread With Blueberry And Vanilla (New Zealand)

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Urban Vegan Salted Almond Brittle Gelato With Madagascan Vanilla (South Africa). Salted almond brittle tree nut gelato. Urban Vegan is dedicated to producing the most delicious smooth non-dairy artisanal churned tree nut vanilla gelato, using simple, clean, natural ingredients. Certified kosher. Dairy, soy and gluten free tree nut gelato.

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