The color of a beverage will have a direct impact on how consumers perceive the product. Image source: Ben Kolde on Unsplash  Functional beverages—like energy and nutraceutical drinks—are growing in popularity among consumers who need a boost of energy, add more vitamins and minerals to their diets, or address specific health concerns. Based on a […]

Ketchup is one of the most popular condiments in North America. Photo by Dennis Klein on Unsplash Consumers are demanding more natural, healthier food virtually across the board and the condiment industry is no exception. The ketchup segment of that accounts for more than $8 billion annually, with the vast majority of ketchup consumption happening […]

Measuring the color of textured and non-uniform food samples requires sophisticated spectrophotometric technology. Image Source: Shutterstock user Elena Veselova Textured and non-uniform food products have always created challenges in color measurement. Sample preparation and size often create limitations on production and quality control when working with multiple samples or larger food products. Traditional color spectrophotometers […]