gin flavor

Gin flavor refers to a specific flavor profile that exhibits a notable terpenic character resembling that found in gin beverages. It is characterized by aromatic, pine-like, and herbal sensory notes. The flavor is employed primarily in the formulation of flavored products, with a strong association to gin itself. Gin flavor is often derived from or replicates the botanical blend that includes juniper berries and complementary herbs and spices. For scientific reference, please see the PubChem database where related compounds contributing to gin flavor are cataloged. The flavor is supplied as an ingredient for industrial flavoring use and is not typically used for fragrance applications. It presents itself as a complex mixture rather than a single chemical entity, highlighting its natural origin or careful synthetic approximations.

The terpenic profile of gin flavor primarily originates from botanical ingredients such as juniper berries and other herbs traditionally used in gin production. This flavor profile occurs naturally in these botanical sources and is recreated to enhance or replicate gin flavor in various food and beverage products. Gin flavor's primary application is in flavored alcoholic beverages, particularly gin itself, where it defines the characteristic sensory experience. Additionally, it is used in a broad array of flavored food products that seek to evoke or incorporate a gin-like impression. Usage recommendations set forth for gin flavor are informed by standards such as the FEMA (US) guidelines, reflecting its acceptance as a food flavoring substance. It is recommended not to use it for fragrance purposes due to lack of relevant safety data for such applications.

Gin flavor's defining feature arises from a complex mixture dominated by terpenic compounds, lending it a distinctive piney and herbal character. These terpenes are typically volatile organic compounds with relatively low molecular weights and moderate volatility, facilitating their aroma contribution. The mixture's composition influences parameters such as solubility, volatility, and stability, which in turn affect formulation strategies. Gin flavor typically exhibits sufficient stability under standard storage conditions but may require considerations regarding light and temperature exposure to maintain sensory integrity. Its organoleptic profile is balanced to provide intense aroma delivery at low usage levels, making it suitable for various flavored product matrices without overpowering other ingredients.

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Safety information

Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
None found.
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
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Hazard statement(s)
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Precautionary statement(s)
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Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
Not determined
Dermal Toxicity:
Not determined
Inhalation Toxicity:
Not determined

Safety in use information

Category:
flavored products of all types
Recommendation for gin flavor usage levels up to:
	not for fragrance use.

Safety references

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