Water, Organic Cane Alcohol and Natural Flavors.

You start by using only certified organic ingredients when available and when not you may use naturals provided they fit within the definition of natural and only comprise less than 5% of the total amount when calling it 95% organic. When calling it 100% organic you must use only certified organic ingredients and nothing else. Nature's Flavors carries both 95% and 100% certified organic flavors. It is our goal to produce only 100% organic flavor concentrates and extracts as the ingredients become available. In many instances we produce our own organic ingredients to satisfy our strict quality control requirements. Because the industry is still very young the technologies to make these ingredients are still evolving. The only solvents that we use in the development of organic and natural flavors are filtered RO water and organic alcohol. If we can't extract the ingredients through these methods then we don't do it. Steam distillation is another method we employ. Fortunately this is in most cases the only method needed to manufacture these unique flavor concentrates and extracts. A simple and common process for making vanilla extract is to take organic vanilla beans and grind them to a pulp then allow them to soak and extract in an organic alcohol/water mixture for a period of time sometimes for up to several months. Normally for a standard organic vanilla extract you would extract for a period of not less than fourteen days. That's how long Nature's Flavors allows its organic vanilla extract to age and extract. This method is common for our citrus and other fruit flavor extracts as well. There are usually some filtering and clarifying techniques that follow the extraction process before being bottled or packaged. There are no chemical residues because there are no chemical solvents used. Many of the organic flavoring ingredients are derived this way first before being incorporated into water based or oil based organic flavor concentrate. To make the organic flavor concentrates water soluble you must emulsify the oils that were derived and separated from the extraction process or steam distilling and that usually involves using an organic gum or starch and under high pressure and shearing. This process forces the oils and gums to be broken into very small particles and cling to one another without reforming into their basic building blocks again. The entire process is safe and effective for producing the finest organic flavor oils, flavor concentrates, and flavor extracts. Nature's Flavors has pioneered many of these methods for producing these organic products. We are proud of our flavorings, spices, coffees, and all our organic products. We hope they bring you much enjoyment and satisfaction.

Flavor Extracts Product Applications: cookies, cream cheese frosting, custard, energy drinks liquid, fruit snacks, fudge, gummy candy, honey, hookah, hot processed soaps, ice cream, jell-o, juice, kombucha, lotions, marshmallow frosting, milk, milkshakes, pie filling, popsicle, room spray, salt scrubs, shampoo, soda, sugar scrubs, shampoo, soda, sugar salt scrubs, syrup, toothpaste, vinegar, vodka, water, yogurt, bath bombs, bath salts, beer, body mist, body spray, brewed coffee, brewed team butter, oil based frosting, cakes, cheesecake, cold process soaps, conditioners. See full product applications guide →

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Usage Levels  - Flavor Extracts: Starting usage is 0.25% up to 4% of the overall recipe

Find more Q&A in our Knowledge Base → 

Documentation available upon request

  • • Certificate of Analysis (COA)
  • • Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

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Organic Citrus Flavor Extract Without Diacetyl

Size NF-8219/ORG/ND-2oz
  • USDA Organic
  • Kosher
  • Gluten Free
  • Non GMO
  • Vegan
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Organic Citrus Flavor Extract For Beverages The processes for making organic flavors are much the same as for making natural flavors. The ingredients are organic rather than just natural. Y

Why You’ll Love It

  • Delivers the bright taste of freshly picked citrus
  • Creates a refreshing flavor experience customers love
  • Provides authentic citrus flavor with minimal usage
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Water, Organic Cane Alcohol and Natural Flavors.

You start by using only certified organic ingredients when available and when not you may use naturals provided they fit within the definition of natural and only comprise less than 5% of the total amount when calling it 95% organic. When calling it 100% organic you must use only certified organic ingredients and nothing else. Nature's Flavors carries both 95% and 100% certified organic flavors. It is our goal to produce only 100% organic flavor concentrates and extracts as the ingredients become available. In many instances we produce our own organic ingredients to satisfy our strict quality control requirements. Because the industry is still very young the technologies to make these ingredients are still evolving. The only solvents that we use in the development of organic and natural flavors are filtered RO water and organic alcohol. If we can't extract the ingredients through these methods then we don't do it. Steam distillation is another method we employ. Fortunately this is in most cases the only method needed to manufacture these unique flavor concentrates and extracts. A simple and common process for making vanilla extract is to take organic vanilla beans and grind them to a pulp then allow them to soak and extract in an organic alcohol/water mixture for a period of time sometimes for up to several months. Normally for a standard organic vanilla extract you would extract for a period of not less than fourteen days. That's how long Nature's Flavors allows its organic vanilla extract to age and extract. This method is common for our citrus and other fruit flavor extracts as well. There are usually some filtering and clarifying techniques that follow the extraction process before being bottled or packaged. There are no chemical residues because there are no chemical solvents used. Many of the organic flavoring ingredients are derived this way first before being incorporated into water based or oil based organic flavor concentrate. To make the organic flavor concentrates water soluble you must emulsify the oils that were derived and separated from the extraction process or steam distilling and that usually involves using an organic gum or starch and under high pressure and shearing. This process forces the oils and gums to be broken into very small particles and cling to one another without reforming into their basic building blocks again. The entire process is safe and effective for producing the finest organic flavor oils, flavor concentrates, and flavor extracts. Nature's Flavors has pioneered many of these methods for producing these organic products. We are proud of our flavorings, spices, coffees, and all our organic products. We hope they bring you much enjoyment and satisfaction.

Flavor Extracts Product Applications: cookies, cream cheese frosting, custard, energy drinks liquid, fruit snacks, fudge, gummy candy, honey, hookah, hot processed soaps, ice cream, jell-o, juice, kombucha, lotions, marshmallow frosting, milk, milkshakes, pie filling, popsicle, room spray, salt scrubs, shampoo, soda, sugar scrubs, shampoo, soda, sugar salt scrubs, syrup, toothpaste, vinegar, vodka, water, yogurt, bath bombs, bath salts, beer, body mist, body spray, brewed coffee, brewed team butter, oil based frosting, cakes, cheesecake, cold process soaps, conditioners. See full product applications guide →

Usage Levels  - Flavor Extracts: Starting usage is 0.25% up to 4% of the overall recipe

Find more Q&A in our Knowledge Base → 

Documentation available upon request

  • • Certificate of Analysis (COA)
  • • Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Request documentation

The Nature's Flavors Difference

Trusted for 45 years by America's favorite brands nationwide, our natural and organic products are sourced from nature's finest plants and vegetables and made in our GMP-Certified facility proudly in the United States.
Made Fresh to Order
Every batch is crafted specifically for your order, ensuring maximum freshness and the highest quality
All Natural & Organic Ingredients
Sourced from nature's finest plants and vegetables without artificial colors or synthetic additives
Made in the USA
Proudly manufactured in the United States in California
GMP-Certified
GMP-certified facility ensures adherence to the highest quality and safety standards

Why Customers Love Flavor Extracts By Nature's Flavors

Truly Satisfying Flavors

Excellent flavor! I’m very glad to have found you, looking forward to making more with the amaretto. Which I can tell by smell will be fantastic :) SO glad to have found a completely all organic source, with integrity.

Christine P.

A little goes a long way

We LOVE our organic violet flavor, a little goes a long way and it has a beautiful aroma and flavor that is very nostalgic...we are incredibly satisfied!

Gavin G.

Perfect for my baking

This Organic Peppermint Flavor Extract is a far better quality than what you find in the grocery store. It has an incredible peppermint flavor and was perfect for my baking, frosting and peppermint bark...Very big plus for being organic also! I would definitely recommend this product to anyone.

Excellent Flavor

I've ordered organic extracts from Nature's Flavors before and all their products I have used are amazing. Authentic flavor and knowing they are organic gives me peace of mind.

John

Blue Raspberry

This was a flavor customers and kids had asked us to make for our candies and I was not able to make it since it's very artificial. But finding it here and it being organic was such a cool find!..Its so nice to offer a healthy alternative to something usually so artificial!

Flavoring Top Brands In Every Major Retailer

Our natural and organic flavors are used in products found at every major retailer, from Target and Amazon to Sprouts and Whole Foods. Our flavors and fragrances appear in products nationwide and internationally across food and beverage manufacturing, health and wellness products, personal care, cosmetics, artisanal creations, and beyond.

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Unlock Amazing Flavors: Your Guide to Using Flavor Extracts

Learn how flavor extracts work and when to use them for the best results. Discover why extracts are perfect for beverages and cold applications, and the percentages you need to achieve clean, fresh flavor every time.

FAQs

A flavor extract is a concentrated liquid that captures the essence of natural ingredients like vanilla beans, almonds, or citrus fruits. Made by extracting flavors through organic alcohol or glycerin-based solutions, these potent extracts deliver authentic taste to your recipes with just a few drops. Nature’s Flavors natural and organic flavor extracts elevate your creations without any artificial ingredients or synthetic additives.

While often used interchangeably, these products have distinct characteristics:

Extracts are made by infusing natural ingredients in alcohol, creating authentic flavor profiles. They're typically alcohol-based and offer the most natural taste.

Concentrates are highly potent versions of flavorings, requiring less product per use. They are often water-soluble and perfect for beverages and candies.

Artificial extracts are synthesized in laboratories using chemical compounds to mimic natural flavors. While less expensive, they lack the complexity and depth of natural ingredients and may contain synthetic additives.

Natural extracts are derived from natural ingredients. Nature’s Flavors’ natural extracts contain complex flavor compounds that create depth and nuance in your recipes, delivering authentic taste with the integrity your customers deserve.

Which is better? Nature's Flavors' natural extracts deliver superior flavor, clean ingredients, and no artificial chemicals. For businesses serving health-conscious consumers, natural extracts aren't just better, they're essential. Natural extracts offer ingredients customers feel good about, a powerful selling point for any product line.

Proper storage preserves your natural extracts' potency and extends their lifespan:

Store in a cool, dark place away from heat sources and direct sunlight. A pantry or cupboard away from your stove is ideal since heat and light degrade delicate flavors over time.

Keep bottles tightly sealed between uses to prevent alcohol evaporation and maintain concentration.

Avoid temperature fluctuations, so DO NOT refrigerate extracts; condensation can introduce moisture and dilute the product.

Use clean utensils when measuring to prevent contamination.

Maintain original packaging when possible, as dark glass bottles protect against light exposure better than clear containers.

Our made-to-order natural and organic extracts are best used within three years from purchase for optimal flavor potency, though the alcohol acts as a natural preservative that prevents true spoilage.

Start with about 0.25% to 4% by weight of the overall recipe, and build gradually.  Finding the perfect amount of a natural flavor extract for your recipe is an art form and requires practice! Natural extracts are highly concentrated, so start with less than you think you need and add more if desired. Natural extracts develop and bloom in your recipes, so what seems subtle during mixing often intensifies beautifully in the finished product. This measured approach creates balanced, crave-worthy flavors that keep customers coming back for more.

Our natural and organic extracts are potent. If you notice a minty, medicinal taste on your palate, or find yourself still tasting the flavor an hour after enjoying your creation, you've crossed the line from perfectly flavored to over-extracted. The art of using natural flavor extracts lies in restraint. You want to tease the taste buds, not overwhelm them. 

Signs you've over-flavored:

  • Persistent flavor that lingers long after eating
  • Overpowering taste that masks other ingredients
  • Minty or cooling sensation on the palate

Our natural flavor extracts are remarkably versatile beyond basic baking:

Baking: Add to cake batters, cookie dough, frostings, and pastry creams. Start with recipe recommendations (typically ½-2 teaspoons) and adjust to taste. Natural extracts provide richer flavor than artificial alternatives, so you may need less than conventional recipes suggest.

Beverages: Enhance coffee, hot chocolate, smoothies, cocktails, and homemade sodas with 2-3 drops per serving for clean, authentic flavor.

No-bake desserts: Stir into whipped cream, yogurt, puddings, and ice cream bases for instant flavor transformation without artificial aftertaste.

Breakfast foods: Elevate pancakes, waffles, french toast, and oatmeal with a splash during preparation.

Savory applications: Some extracts (like almond or coconut) complement marinades, sauces, and glazes in unexpected ways.

Food and beverage manufacturers, caterers, restaurants, bakers, brewers, and more will love using our natural flavorings and extracts to enhance the flavor profile of their desserts, culinary creations, alcoholic beverages, or products.

Both work well for beverages, but the best choice depends on your specific needs. Extracts, containing alcohol and natural flavors, are best used for products containing minimal ingredients. They blend easily, and are ideal for subtle, nuanced flavoring for clean-label products. Concentrates are usually water-based. They can be more cost-effective for large-scale production, and may include functional ingredients like citric acid or gum acacia to support stability and mouthfeel—making them better suited for bold, intense flavors. Extracts and concentrates have similar usage rates (extracts 0.25–4%, concentrates 0.25–3%), so start low and adjust to taste. Choose based on your desired flavor intensity, formulation base, and ingredient preferences.

What Sets our Natural and Organic Products Apart?

Nature's Flavors has been developing natural and organic flavors for over 45 years, offering 400+ flavors, using only the finest sustainably sourced ingredients.

Small batch production for maximum freshness
Sourced from nature’s finest growing regions
No artificial additives
Gluten-free, kosher, vegan, and non-GMO
Organic Baking Flavor Sample Pack

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Our Flavor Extract sample pack provides 5 best-selling flavors to enhance your food and beverage creations. Indulge in almond, vanilla, lemon, winter spice, and coconut.

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Explore All Our Flavors From A to Z

We carry 400+ natural and organic flavors, from essentials like vanilla, strawberry, peach, and blueberry to distinct options ranging from acai to zabaglione. Explore our extensive flavor library for new product innovations.