Steffen Weck

Bitterness Becomes a Formulation Tool, Not a Defect

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The flavor platform with real opportunity in 2027 — and why it matters most to teams reformulating for sugar reduction. Sweet-heat has matured. It remains a useful tool and isn’t going away, but it is no longer a growth category. After a decade of hot honey, chile crisp, and escalating heat claims, very little remains … Read more

FDA Is Looking Back at Old Social Media Posts: Could Your Marketing History Create Compliance Risk?

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When food and beverage companies think about FDA compliance, they usually focus on what is in front of them today: the current label, the current website, active marketing campaigns, and the records available during an inspection. A recent FDA enforcement action shows why that may not be enough. In June 2026, FDA issued a warning … Read more