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The elementals of great culinary creations - here you'll find emulsifiers, gums, sweeteners, thickeners, stabilizers and more...
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  • Dextrose, also known as grape sugar, is a simple sugar that is a naturally occurring form of glucose. Here are some culinary usages for dextrose:
  • Sweetener: Dextrose is often used as a sweetener in many food products, including baked goods, dairy products, and confectionery.
  • Caramelization: Dextrose is sometimes used in caramelization processes to create a golden brown color and distinctive flavor in baked goods and savory dishes.
  • Fermentation: Dextrose is commonly used in the fermentation of beer, wine, and other alcoholic beverages, as it serves as a food source for yeast and other microorganisms.
  • Browning agent: Dextrose can also be used as a browning agent in baked goods and other foods, as it reacts with amino acids to create a rich brown color.
  • Flavor enhancer: Dextrose can enhance the flavor of certain foods, such as sauces and marinades.
  • Binder: Dextrose can be used as a binder in processed meat products, such as sausages and hot dogs, to improve texture and moisture retention.
  • 70% as sweet as sugar and very hygroscopic.
  • Dextrose inhibits crystallization in ice creams and sorbets.
  • Also provides flexibility to rolled fondant.
  • DE 95
  • Certified Kosher and Pareve
  • Bulk sizes available on request.
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501028S
  • A dry Fondant sugar used in pan-coated confections and fondant icings.
  • Contains a small amount of invert sugar to keep icings moist and provide longer shelf life with no grittiness.
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509058S

  • Fructose is the sweetest of all naturally occurring sugars. 
  • Fructose is a major constituent of many fruits, berries, vegetables, honey, sucrose, and high fructose corn syrup (HFCS). 
  • It may be used alone, or in combination with other sweeteners, in a variety of food products. 
  • The relative sweetness of fructose is 117 when compared to sucrose at 100. 
  • Additionally, fructose and sucrose are synergistically sweet; a 50/50 blend achieves a relative sweetness of 128. This allows for a reduction in sweetener and calories without a reduction in sweetness perception.
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501035S
  • Glucose is a sugar derived from starch (corn, wheat, potato, tapioca, or rice) and sold in powder and syrup form. Here are some common culinary uses of glucose:
  • Baked goods: Glucose is often used in baked goods such as bread, cakes, and pastries to add sweetness and improve the texture. It helps to retain moisture and create a soft, tender crumb.
  • Confectionery: Glucose is a common ingredient in confectionery such as candy, caramels, and chocolate. It helps to prevent crystallization and create a smooth, creamy texture.
  • Beverages: Glucose is used in beverages such as sports drinks and energy drinks to provide a quick source of energy. It is also used in some fruit juices and sodas to enhance the sweetness.
  • Ice cream: Glucose is often used in ice cream to improve the texture and prevent crystallization. It helps to create a smooth, creamy texture and improve the scoopability.
  • Sauces and marinades: Glucose is sometimes used in sauces and marinades to add sweetness and improve the texture. It can also act as a thickener and help to create a glossy finish.
  • In sugar work, glucose prevents recrystallisation and makes the sugar mass elastic.
  • Dextrose Equivalent (DE): 42
  • Certified Kosher and Pareve
  • Bulk sizes available on request.
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501214S
  • Glucose syrup is a sugar syrup derived from potato starch. Here are some common culinary uses of glucose syrup:
  • Baked goods: Glucose syrup is often used in baked goods such as bread, cakes, and cookies to add sweetness and improve the texture. It helps to retain moisture and create a soft, tender crumb.
  • Confectionery: Glucose syrup is a common ingredient in confectionery such as candy, caramels, and chocolate. It helps to prevent crystallization and create a smooth, creamy texture.
  • Beverages: Glucose syrup is used in beverages such as sports drinks and energy drinks to provide a quick source of energy. It is also used in some fruit juices and sodas to enhance the sweetness.
  • Ice cream: Glucose syrup is often used in ice cream to improve the texture and prevent crystallization. It helps to create a smooth, creamy texture and improve the scoopability.
  • Sauces and marinades: Glucose syrup is sometimes used in sauces and marinades to add sweetness and improve the texture. It can also act as a thickener and help to create a glossy finish.
  • Canning and preserving: Glucose syrup is used in canning and preserving to prevent crystallization of the sugar and ensure a smooth texture.
  • In sugar work, glucose prevents recrystallisation and makes sugar mass elastic.
  • Dextrose Equivalent (DE): 43
  • Bulk sizes available on request.
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  • Our Icing Sugar is an extra fine powdered sugar ideal for icings and frostings. 
  • Icing sugar contains a small percentage of corn starch for anti caking.
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509055S
aka Trimoline
  • Invert Sugar also known as Trimoline, is a syrup made from sucrose that has been inverted into glucose and fructose. It is commonly used in the food industry as a sweetener, flavor enhancer, and texture modifier. Here are some common culinary uses for trimoline:
  • Baked goods: Invert Sugar (Trimoline) can be used in the production of baked goods, such as cakes, cookies, and breads, to improve the texture and moisture retention. It also enhances the flavor and can help to extend the shelf life of these products.
  • Confectionery: Invert Sugar (Trimoline) is often used in the production of confectionery products, such as candy and fudge, to improve the texture and prevent crystallization. It also enhances the flavor and can help to extend the shelf life of these products.
  • Ice cream and frozen desserts: Invert Sugar (Trimoline) can be used in the production of ice cream and other frozen desserts to improve the texture and prevent ice crystals from forming. It also enhances the flavor and can help to extend the shelf life of these products.
  • Sauces and marinades: Invert Sugar (Trimoline) can be used as a sweetener and flavor enhancer in sauces and marinades, such as BBQ sauce and teriyaki sauce. It also helps to improve the texture and can help to extend the shelf life of these products.
  • Beverages: Invert Sugar (Trimoline) can be used as a sweetener and flavor enhancer in beverages, such as cocktails and carbonated drinks.
  • Bulk sizes available on request.
  • Certified Kosher and Pareve
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  • This is Chef Rubber granulated isomalt, a derivative of beet sugar, and an alternative to regular sugar for pulling, blowing, casting etc.
  • Isomalt can also be used as an equal exchange for sugar in baked goods.
  • These isomalt grains are very resistant to humidity and won't crystalize.
  • With roughly half the calories of regular sugar, isomalt is great for healthy recipes.
  • Our Isomalt crystals are an ideal sweetening choice for diabetic-friendly applications because they do not increase blood sugar.
  • Our isomalt has a 5 year shelf life.
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508001S
  • Maltitol is a corn derived sugar alcohol that is commonly used as a sugar substitute in the diabetic food industry. Here are some culinary usages for maltitol powder:
  • Confectionery: Maltitol is often used in sugar-free confectionery products such as hard candy, gummies, and chocolate.
  • Baked goods: Maltitol can be used in baked goods such as cakes, cookies, and bread to provide sweetness without the use of sugar.
  • Ice cream: Maltitol can be used in ice cream to provide sweetness without the use of sugar and to prevent the formation of ice crystals.
  • Beverages: Maltitol can be used as a sweetener in beverages such as fruit juices, energy drinks, and soft drinks.
  • Dairy products: Maltitol can be used in dairy products such as yogurt and pudding to provide sweetness without the use of sugar.
  • Sauces and dressings: Maltitol can be used in sauces and dressings to provide sweetness and to balance flavors.
  • Maltitol is 90% as sweet as sugar and will not brown or caramelize like sucrose.
  • Certified Kosher and Pareve
  • Bulk sizes available on request.
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501404S
  • Maltitol is a corn derived sugar alcohol that is commonly used as a sugar substitute in the diabetic food industry. Here are some culinary usages for maltitol syrup:
  • Confectionery: Maltitol syrup is often used in sugar-free confectionery products such as hard candy, gummies, and caramel.
  • Baked goods: Maltitol syrup can be used in baked goods such as cakes, cookies, and bread to provide sweetness without the use of sugar.
  • Ice cream: Maltitol syrup can be used in ice cream to provide sweetness without the use of sugar and to prevent the formation of ice crystals.
  • Beverages: Maltitol syrup can be used as a sweetener in beverages such as fruit juices, energy drinks, and soft drinks.
  • Sauces and dressings: Maltitol syrup can be used in sauces and dressings to provide sweetness and to balance flavors.
  • Nutrition bars: Maltitol syrup can be used in nutrition bars to provide sweetness and to improve texture.
  • Maltitol is 90% as sweet as sugar and will not brown or caramelize like sucrose.
  • Certified Kosher and Pareve
  • Bulk sizes available on request.
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501405S
  • Mannitol is a sugar alcohol that is commonly used in the food industry as a sweetener, thickener, and stabilizer. Here are some culinary usages for mannitol:
  • Confectionery: Mannitol is often used in sugar-free confectionery products such as hard candy, gummies, and chewing gum.
  • Bakery products: Mannitol can be used in bakery products such as cakes, cookies, and bread to provide sweetness without the use of sugar and to improve texture.
  • Beverages: Mannitol can be used as a sweetener and thickener in beverages such as fruit juices, energy drinks, and soft drinks.
  • Dairy products: Mannitol can be used in dairy products such as ice cream, yogurt, and pudding to provide sweetness and to improve texture.
  • Nutritional supplements: Mannitol can be used in nutritional supplements such as protein bars and energy drinks to provide sweetness and to improve texture.
  • Mannitol does not cause an increase in blood sugar, so it is great for diabetic recipes.
  • Certified Kosher and Pareve
  • Bulk sizes available on request.
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501406S
  • Sorbitol is classified as a sugar alcohol, sorbitol is both a naturally occurring sugar like compound found in some fruits and a compound that is produced to be used as a sweetener as in diabetic foods.
  • Sorbitol liquid is 50% as sweet as sugar and inhibits crystallization and stabilizes moisture.
  • Certified Kosher and Pareve
  • Bulk sizes available on request.
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501617S
  • A naturally occurring sugar alcohol, Sorbitol Powder is both found in some fruits and well as a produced compound. It is used as a sweetener in diabetic foods. Here are some culinary usages for Sorbitol Powder:
  • Baked Goods: Sorbitol Powder can be used in the production of baked goods, such as cakes and cookies, as a sugar substitute. It can also be used to improve the texture of baked goods and prevent them from drying out.
  • Beverages: Sorbitol Powder can be used as a sweetener in beverages, such as diet soft drinks and sports drinks.
  • Confectionery: Sorbitol Powder is commonly used in the production of confectionery products, such as candy and chewing gum, as a sugar substitute and to improve the texture.
  • Frozen Desserts: Sorbitol Powder can be used in the production of frozen desserts, such as ice cream and sorbet, to improve the texture and prevent them from freezing too hard.
  • Sauces and Dressings: Sorbitol Powder can be used in sauces and dressings as a sweetener and to improve the texture.
  • Sorbitol is 50% as sweet as sugar and inhibits crystallization and stabilizes moisture.
  • Certified Kosher and Pareve
  • Bulk sizes available on request.
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501616S
  • Xylitol is a sugar alcohol that can be used as a sugar substitute in cooking, baking, candies, chewing gum and natural ingredient toothpaste. Although it has the same sweetness as sugar, Xylitol can be labeled "sugar-free". Here are some culinary usages for xylitol:
  • Sweetening: Xylitol can be used as a sweetener in baked goods such as cakes, cookies, and muffins. It has a similar sweetness to sugar but with fewer calories.
  • Frostings and glazes: Xylitol can be used in frostings and glazes to sweeten and thicken them. It can also give a glossy finish to your desserts.
  • Jams and jellies: Xylitol can be used in place of sugar in making jams and jellies. It can help to thicken the mixture and add sweetness without adding extra calories.
  • Ice cream: Xylitol can be used to sweeten ice cream and other frozen desserts. It can also help to prevent the formation of ice crystals and improve the texture.
  • Beverages: Xylitol can be used to sweeten hot or cold beverages such as tea, coffee, and smoothies. It dissolves easily and has a similar sweetness to sugar.
  • The metabolism of Xylitol does not require insulin and it does not promote tooth decay.
  • Certified Kosher and Pareve
  • Bulk sizes available on request.
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501815S
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