Aroma Retention During the Drying Process

Aroma Retention During the Drying Process

A key consideration for flavorists, food technologists, and application specialists is ensuring flavor retention throughout processing, storage, and ultimately, consumption. The goal is to formulate a product—whether a flavor itself or a finished food item—where the flavor persists appropriately. Maximizing this longevity requires addressing both physical and chemical factors. The following text, adapted from a review article, specifically addresses the challenges of aroma retention during spray drying and freeze drying.