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Beef Flavor Solutions

Capturing the Essence of Beef

Beef is one of the top flavor tonalities in the savory category. At Takasago, we understand that beef, a culinary favorite, has a distinctive and irresistible appeal to many consumers. Our commitment to capturing the true essence of beef has led us to create a diverse range of beef flavor solutions that cater to the distinct needs of the processed food industry.

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A Flavor in High Demand 

Just as our Flavor TrendScape Study revealed the undeniable popularity of chicken flavor, beef is also one of the most beloved savory flavors, consistently ranking high among consumers and even surpassing other popular flavors like fish and butter.

When asking global consumers from 26 countries in our Flavor TrendScape Study, many connected the taste of beef with positive emotions such as “energizing” and “happiness”.

Authenticity at Its Core

Recreating authentic beef tonalities that satisfy all is a passion that drives our Global Savory R&D teams. 

We've dedicated years to developing various flavorful and complex beef profiles suitable for a wide range of products. For example, the marbled fatty profile is key for wagyu beef, whereas a meaty and juicy profile is essential for Angus beef. We also explore many local beef dishes, as we believe this time-consuming approach allows us to deliver authentic flavor profiles and solutions to global food markets. These studies pave the way for us to offer market-relevant beef flavor solutions.
 

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Angus NY Strip Steak
Angus NY Strip Steak: High-temperature seared, caramelized, fatty, crusty, meaty, and juicy
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Wagyu Shabu Shabu
Wagyu Shabu Shabu: marbled fatty, tallowy, boiled meaty, bloody

A Global Flavor Journey

The insights and technology we acquire from diverse regions are globally shared and harnessed to create our authentic flavors. This allows us to develop new beef flavor profiles and deliver them to our valued customers worldwide.

Crafting Flavor with Precision

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Beef Seasoning

What fuels our flavor creation? It's our combination of Consumer Insights, Market Research, and Technical Analysis. We rely on validated consumer insights obtained through research panels and engaging dialogues with consumers in workshops. This enables us to understand their needs, preferences, and the unexplored white spaces in the market.

These insights merged with technical flavor analysis. With this wealth of knowledge, we create authentic market-relevant beef flavors that give consumers familiar tastes in end products. All our flavors are meticulously crafted using Takasago's advanced analytical techniques, flavor creation expertise, and sensory mastery.

Exploring Plant-Based Alternatives

Major manufacturers have introduced beef alternatives that are in tune with the evolving food landscape. We are prepared to meet their growing demand with Takasago's Shojin® solutions, where we offer plant-based flavor solutions that cater to various savory applications, ensuring that you stay ahead in this ever-evolving market.

At Takasago, we're not just creating flavors; we're crafting experiences. Let us be your partner in flavor innovation, enhancing your products and delighting consumers with the authentic taste of beef.

How We Can Assist You

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Takasago's Beef Flavors encompass a broad spectrum, from robust and meaty profiles to rich and savory umami notes. They are developed by our core technologies, such as Vivid Flavors®, which are based on advanced analytical technologies, and INTENSATES®, which strive for deliciousness in numerous directions. Our tailor-made beef flavor solutions are ideal for diverse product applications. 

Whether you're developing savory snack seasonings, ready meals, or instant noodles, our flavors will elevate your offerings and satisfy consumer cravings for authentic beef tastes. Our commitment to society through technology extends to our beef flavors. We are dedicated to deliver top-notch beef flavor solutions to enhance your products and meet the demands of discerning consumers.