Our alternative sweetener portfolio has been expanded with the addition of our latest product, Aspartame Powder.
One of the most well-known sugar replacements, aspartame is artificially manufactured from two natural amino acids, aspartic acid and phenylalanine. Similar to one of the oldest artificial sweeteners sodium saccharin, aspartame was discovered by accident in a lab. In 1965, James M. Schlatter of G.D. Searle & Company licked his finger after working with aspartame and discovered its sweet taste with great surprise.
This substance is utilized as a low-calorie sweetener and contains the same calorie content per gram as sucrose which leads to the question – why is it so popular in low calorie, sugar-free foods? Well first and foremost, aspartame packs a powerful punch! Roughly 200 times sweeter than sucrose, very little is required to sweeten a product which results in a minimal impact on calorie content.
The described flavor profile of aspartame is subjective, varying from person to person. Its powerful sweetness is undeniable, but some consumers find it has an unpleasant aftertaste while others are seemingly unaffected. This is likely due to genetic differences, similar to the way people have varying responses to the taste of cilantro.
Aspartame synergizes well with many other alternative sweeteners. Its potent sweet flavor can mask the metallic or bitter taste that accompanies many sugar replacements. Aspartame’s sweetness tends to dissipate slower in the mouth, whereas other sweeteners’ flavor can be very abrupt. Additionally, aspartame is often blended with other, more stable sweeteners as it tends to break down at high temperatures and high pH levels.
Aspartame is not considered heat-stable, and as a result is not often used in items such as baked goods or desserts that use high-heat in their process. Common applications that utilize aspartame for flavor include:
- Sodas and soft drinks
- Chewing gum and breath mints
- Popsicles and frozen treats
- Puddings and gelatin
- Dairy products
- Mouthwash and toothpaste
- Tabletop sweeteners
- Tea and coffee
In addition to aspartame, Jedwards International is a supplier of a variety of alternative sweetener options including:
- Organic and Conventional Allulose
- Organic and Conventional Dextrose Monohydrate
- Erythritol Granules and Powder
- Maltitol
- Monk Fruit Juice Extract and Concentrate
- Sodium Saccharin
- Sorbitol
- Stevia
- Birch and Corn Derived Xylitol
Check out aspartame and more bulk food-grade ingredients at competitive wholesale pricing on bulknaturaloils.com.
