Treatt Launches Ripe Watermelon Distillate

Wholly distilled from the watermelon species Citrullus lanatus, Watermelon Extra 9728 has been specially developed to deliver a riper flavour, bringing a more leafy, fruity, pulpy, mouthfeel than its complementary flavour Watermelon 9724, which carries a more rindy, strong flowery front end.

7/8/2011 --- Treatt has released its new Watermelon Extra 9728 Treattarome, a 100% natural, FTNF (From The Named Food) clear distillate delivering a fruity, juicy character with balanced flowery and fruity backend notes. Wholly distilled from the watermelon species Citrullus lanatus, Watermelon Extra 9728 has been specially developed to deliver a riper flavour, bringing a more leafy, fruity, pulpy, mouthfeel than its complementary flavour Watermelon 9724, which carries a more rindy, strong flowery front end.

Using Treatt’s specialised technology, the clear distillate is produced directly from the fresh fruit. With volatile collection under high vacuum, the absence of extended heat processing ensures that there are no flavour artefacts introduced during the preparation of this rich watermelon Treattarome. Watermelon Extra 9728 delivers backend flavour characteristics which prolong the well rounded watermelon aroma. Used at a level of 0.1%, the water soluble essence brings an intense melon character, with fruity and estery as the sole flavouring. At lower levels of 0.01% or less, it is particularly effective in combination with other Treattaromes and Treatt citrus specialties to deliver delicate watermelon notes.

With no added preservatives or antioxidants, this clean label extract is stable over 6 months when chilled, making it highly suitable for creating cost-effective, luscious, clear beverages with exotic, tropical hints.

The launch of Watermelon Extra 9728 Treattarome further extends the company’s Treattarome portfolio of natural distillates. Other flavours available in the range include hibiscus, spearmint and ginger.