Gaio^® tagatose provides exiting opportunities to develop the diet market by increasing palatibility of existing products

In soft drinks Gaio^® tagatose induces remarkable sensory effects when blended with intense sweeteners, it speeds up sweetness onset; it reduces bitterness, and it improves mouthfeel even in small amounts. In dosage levels from 0.2% to 1%, Gaio^® tagatose improves the flavor profile of most high intensity sweetened soft drinks. In our applications trials, remarkable effects were obtained with Aspartame, Acesulphame-K and Sucralose. All of the flavour effects of Gaio^® tagatose were universially beneficial.

Gaio^® tagatose enhances specific flavours in various application systems. It enhances Mint and Lemon flavour in sugar free chewing gum and mints. Gaio^® tagatose Prolongs the sweetness in diet chewing gum. Additionally, Gaio^® tagatose enhances creaminess and toffee flavour.

The flavour benefits from using Gaio^® tagatose in combination with high intensity sweeteners can also be exploited in diet yogurts or table top formulations.

Use of Gaio^® tagatose as a flavour enhancer in small doses allows claims in the US such as:

1. Sugar free – max 0.5 g Gaio^® tagatose can be used per serving
2. Zero Calories – max 5 kcal/serving = 3.33 g of Gaio^® tagatose