Kalamazoo, MI and Brea, CA – July 14, 2026 – FlavorSum, a rapidly growing North American flavor solutions provider, has announced the acquisition of S&S Flavors, a California-based custom flavor manufacturer with nearly a century of industry expertise. The strategic move establishes FlavorSum’s new West Coast Innovation Center in Brea, California, and significantly expands its manufacturing and technical capabilities across North America .

Financial terms of the transaction, which was announced on July 10, were not disclosed . This acquisition comes on the heels of FlavorSum's recent purchase of Beverage Flavors International (BFI) in June 2026, marking a period of aggressive expansion for the Michigan-based company .

Strengthening Capabilities with Powdered Flavor Expertise

The addition of S&S Flavors brings specialized powdered flavor capabilities to FlavorSum’s portfolio, complementing its existing strengths in liquid flavors for beverages, bakery, dairy, sports nutrition, gummies, and other better-for-you applications . Founded in 1928, S&S Flavors has built a reputation for technical excellence in developing natural, organic, water-soluble, oil-soluble, and powdered flavor systems .

"The addition of S&S Flavors is another important step in executing our vision for FlavorSum," said Brian Briggs, Chief Executive Officer of FlavorSum. "Their reputation for technical excellence, expertise in powdered flavor systems, and strong West Coast presence significantly strengthen our ability to serve customers across North America" .

West Coast Innovation Center: A Hub for Collaborative Development

The newly established West Coast Innovation Center at S&S Flavors' Brea facility will provide local support for flavor creation, collaborative product development, and applications expertise. The site features both on-site liquid and powdered flavor manufacturing, complementing FlavorSum's existing innovation centers and manufacturing operations across the Midwest, East Coast, and Canada .

"Since 1928, S&S Flavors has helped customers create products that stand out through great taste, reliable performance, and trusted partnerships," said Curtis Krystek, Vice President of S&S Flavors. "Joining FlavorSum allows us to preserve the relationships our customers rely on while giving them additional resources, technical expertise, and an expanded flavor portfolio" .

A Seamless Transition for Customers

Customers of both organizations will continue working with their existing contacts while gaining access to FlavorSum's broader capabilities and North American network . Operations at the Brea facility will continue uninterrupted, and the existing S&S team will remain in place, ensuring a seamless transition .

Strategic Growth Under Warburg Pincus

FlavorSum, a portfolio company of Warburg Pincus, a leading global growth investor with over $100 billion in assets under management, has been executing a clear strategy of enhancing differentiated capabilities, broadening its geographic footprint, and investing in customer-centered innovation .

Following its recent expansion with BFI and the organic growth of its core business, these strategic acquisitions position FlavorSum among North America's fastest-growing pure-play flavor solutions partners .

About the Companies

FlavorSum helps growing North American food and beverage companies move to market quickly and cost-effectively through customer-focused flavor solutions, market insights, technical expertise, and responsive service. With innovation centers and manufacturing operations strategically located across North America, FlavorSum partners with customers to accelerate development and create products people enjoy .

S&S Flavors, founded in 1928, is a trusted partner in custom flavor development, serving food and beverage manufacturers with comprehensive flavor systems. The company's technical expertise and commitment to customer collaboration have made it a valued innovation partner for nearly 100 years .

Warburg Pincus LLC, the pioneer of global growth investing, has been a private partnership since 1966. The firm has more than $100 billion in assets under management and more than 215 companies in its active portfolio, diversified across stages, sectors, and geographies .

For more information about FlavorSum and its flavor solutions, visit flavorsum.com.

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