The science behind TM2
In brief
TM2 from CO2Sustain® influences how sweeteners interact with the palate, modifying aftertaste pathways and helps flavour ingredients integrate more smoothly in the final sensory profile.
The result?
A better-tasting drink that consumers are likely to choose again, and again, and again.
TM2 in action
We have been working with well-respected independent providers of sensory and consumer research to evaluate TM2’s performance.
Using scientifically validated taste tests to provide clear and objective insights, sensory profiling assessment of four non-sugar sweetened still beverages was undertaken with the objective of comparing the sensory characteristics of all profiled products in terms of aftertaste.
External sensory testing of TM2: Aspartame and Ace-K with and without Modifier
The graph below shows the results of Sample 1 a lemon/lime still drink sweetened with Aspartame and Ace-k versus Sample 2, a lemon/lime still drink sweetened with Aspartame and Ace-k with the TM2 FMP (Modifier) added.
The comparison of the two profiles indicates that they have some similarities, however there are also several differences between the products.
The Aspartame + Ace-K product scored significantly higher than the Aspartame + Ace-K with the TM2 FMP (Modifier) for Astringent Aftertaste.
The Aspartame + Ace-K with the TM2 FMP (Modifier) scored significantly higher than the Aspartame + Ace-K product for Citrus Aftertaste, Sweetness Aftertaste and Overall Aftertaste.
Conclusion: The TM2 FMP has reduced the negative aftertastes of Astringency and Liquorice allowing the Citrus and Sweetness flavour to come through.
External sensory testing of TM2: Stevia (Reb A) with and without Modifier
We repeated the same process with still drinks sweetened with Stevia (Reb A).
The graph shows the results of Sample 1 a lemon/lime still drink sweetened with Stevia (Reb A) versus Sample 2, a lemon/lime still drink sweetened with Stevia (Reb A) and with the TM2 FMP (Modifier) added.
The comparison of the two profiles indicates that they have many similarities, however there are also differences between the products.
The Stevia product scored significantly higher than the Stevia with TM2 FMP (Modifier) for Liquorice Aftertaste. The Stevia with TM2 FMP (Modifier) scored significantly higher than the Stevia product for Citrus Aftertaste.
Conclusion: The TM2 FMP (Modifier) has reduced the negative aftertastes of Bitterness and Liquorice allowing the Citrus and Sweetness flavour to come through.
Overall performance
The final graph outlines the mean panel scores across all 4 drink sample types which clearly demonstrates the effectiveness of the TM2 FMP against the criteria set.
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