Class I Caramel Color
Class I Caramel Colors, or plain caramels, range in hue from light yellow-brown to dark red-brown and have a slightly negative colloidal charge. Class I caramels do not contain 4-MeI or sulfites and have the highest stability in alcohol compared to other classes of caramels. Specialty Dark is the darkest class I caramel color available on the market. Certified Organic is available. Request a sample here.
Heat
Light
pH
> 3.0
Class III Caramel Color
Class III Caramel Colors range in hue from light brown to dark yellow brown. They do not contain sulfites and have a positive colloidal charge, making them great for use in brewery applications. They are also salt stable, making them a popular choice for sauce and savory applications. Request a sample here.
Heat
Light
pH
> 2.0
Class IV Caramel Color
Class IV Caramel Colors are the darkest caramels available. The color ranges from a light brown to deep black-brown. They have a strong negative charge over a wide pH range, making them the most versatile caramel colors. They are widely used in the soft drink industry due to their low dosage requirements and excellent acid stability. Single-strength, double-strength, and low 4-MeI options are available. Get a sample of class IV caramel here.
Heat
Light
pH
> 1.5
Naturbrown®
Naturbrown® ingredients are made by cooking fruit or vegetable juice concentrates, such as apple, pear, onion, and savory vegetables. They range in hues from light golden to dark red-brown, providing the widest range of simple label browns from the widest range of sources. There are options available for sweet or savory applications. Certified Organic is available. Request a Naturbrown® sample here.
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Heat
Light
pH
3.0-7.0
Burnt Sugars
Burnt Sugars are used primarily for flavor or adding sweetness to applications such as confections, desserts, and baked goods. They have the optimal balance of stability, flavor, and color. Depending on the type and use rate, flavor profiles can range from vanilla and butterscotch to nutty, coffee, bitter, and chocolate. Request a sample here.
Heat
Light
pH
2.0 - 4.0
