Miscellaneous & Unique Flavors

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Why choose vanilla and flavors from GFE group?

    At GFE, craftsmanship is combined with quality. Our natural vanilla flavors are carefully developed to deliver an optimal taste experience in food & beverage products. These products are among the best on the market—and it shows. Try them yourself and experience the difference.

  • What can I use this vanilla for?

    This vanilla is suitable for a wide range of applications in the food industry, including cakes, cookies, chocolate, ice cream, fillings, sauces, milkshakes, and soft drinks.

  • What is the difference between 1-fold, 2-fold, and 10-fold vanilla?

    The term “fold” indicates the concentration of the vanilla flavor.

    • 1-fold vanilla is the standard concentration.
    • 2-fold vanilla is twice as concentrated as 1-fold.
    • 10-fold vanilla is a highly concentrated variant with a very intense vanilla taste.
    • Ultra-fold is a Dutch Essentials specialty ;)

    The higher the fold number, the stronger the flavor and the lower the required dosage. This makes higher fold variants ideal for professional food & beverage applications where precision, flavor consistency, and cost-efficiency are important.

  • What are natural flavors?

    Natural flavors are derived from natural raw materials. They are used to naturally enhance the taste of food & beverage products.

  • Do you supply internationally?

    Yes, we supply worldwide.

  • What is the difference between natural flavors and artificial flavors?

    Natural flavors come from natural sources, while artificial flavors are synthetically produced. Natural flavors align better with clean-label and natural product positioning.

  • Are natural flavors suitable for clean-label products?

    Yes, natural flavors are highly suitable for clean-label concepts and help producers meet the growing demand for natural ingredients in food & beverage products.

  • Does GFE support flavor development and product innovation?

    Yes, Dutch Essentials actively supports food & beverage producers with product development, flavor optimization, and creating distinctive flavor profiles using natural flavors.