Xianness - the fifth taste
Xianness is a Chinese concept equivalent to the Japanese concept “umami". It is the "fifth" taste that yeast extract is very well known for. Xianness/Umami is a popular flavor and is on the rise among food manufacturers. It is not only boosting the whole food industry's new product development but also a key characteristic that can affect the success of a variety of food applications, such as plant-based meat, bouillon, sauces, snacks, etc., And its importance in improving savory taste will continue.
Angel Yeast Extract - a natural source of Xianness
Angel Xianness Yeast Extract, rich in natural nucleotides, flavor peptides, free amino acids, etc, provides a strong Xian/Umami taste to intensify the overall taste of food applications. It is a perfect clean label ingredient and a natural substitute for MSG.
Among mainstream ingredients of umami taste, Yeast Extract is the only ingredient featuring food property. It is beneficial in:
- bringing out strong umami taste,
- prolonging lingering taste,
- delivering a well-balanced taste profile.
Angel Yeast Extract helps manufacturers develop cleaner, tastier, and healthier formulations in the most cost-effective way.
