Events

ISBT Europe 2024

We are delighted to be one of this year’s sponsors of ISBT Europe, 2024. The conference will be held in the beautiful Darmstadt, Germany in the Doehler Facility. The annual event brings together industry professionals to discuss cutting-edge trends, innovations, and best practices in beverage technology.

The theme this is year is European Focus on Ingredients and Challenges impacting the sector. With a mix of technical presentations, networking opportunities all from industry leading companies. Attendees will include professionals from beverage production, packaging, equipment supply, and formulation, making this event vital for collaboration and knowledge exchange within the global beverage sector.

Sensory Analysis in the Beverage Industry

In the beverage industry, sensory analysis plays a pivotal role in ensuring product quality, consistency and consumer satisfaction. Sensory evaluation allows producers to gain a better understanding of consumer wants and needs. There are many factors that affect the optimisation of sensory practices throughout beverage production and the quality control process.

It is important to carry out evaluation in a neutral environment, to eliminate any bias that may occur. Another factor that plays a significant role is consistent sample preparation; making sure the temperature, dilution and serving method are all controlled. Arguably the most important factor is having a trained sensory panel, this is fundamental to reliable analysis. Panellists should be trained to detect and differentiate subtle variations in taste and aroma. Adequate sensory training, followed by frequent calibration is key to ensuring accurate and consistent feedback.

FlavorActiV at ISBT Europe 2024

You can find us in Darmstadt, Germany on Thursday 19^th September, from 11:25 am presenting with a focus on ‘QC Sensory Best Practices’. Directly followed by an interactive tasting workshop highlighting the importance of using a trained and calibrated sensory panel.

We look forward to seeing you there…