Flavour family
Hibiscus, elderflower, rose, lavender, basil, rosemary, ginger, hops and adaptogen profiles for Canadian craft beverages, kombucha, functional drinks, dairy desserts, confectionery and supplements.
Botanicals are the engine of craft beverage differentiation in Canada — kombucha brewers, cold brew tea makers, premium tonics and non-alcoholic spirits all need authentic herbal and floral character. Our distillates and natural flavours deliver real-tasting elderflower, hibiscus, rose and rosemary without the cost or processing of fresh raw material.
Our botanical library covers hibiscus, elderflower, rose, lavender, basil, rosemary, sage, thyme, ginger, hops (Citra, Mosaic, Galaxy, Cascade and others), juniper, bergamot, chamomile, jasmine and adaptogens (ashwagandha, rhodiola, reishi character). Each is supplied as a natural distillate, extract or full-character concentrate depending on the brand's clean-label requirement.
Used heavily in kombucha, hard seltzer, non-alcoholic spirits, tonics, cold brew tea, sparkling water, functional shots and craft beverage launches across the Canadian market.
Botanical character is delicate: floral and herbal volatiles oxidize quickly, and a clumsy formulation can read soapy, medicinal or vegetal instead of true. We use protective carriers and antioxidants to preserve authentic character across the full shelf life. Dosage typically 0.05–0.3% depending on profile and matrix.
For the selected product, review organic. Confirm the supporting information available, its scope and language with your Delsa contact. Your regulatory reviewer should assess suitability for the intended application and finished-product claims; do not assume a complete document pack or universal compliance.
Botanical character can come from oleoresins, hydrosols/distillates, CO₂ extracts, tinctures, or fully formulated natural flavours. Each carries different cost, regulatory profile and sensory impact. For a botanical seltzer, distillates and natural flavours deliver clarity and stability; for a hard tea or premium tonic, a blend of CO₂ extract and natural flavour gives depth without bitterness.
We map your brief to the right botanical building blocks and provide the supplier dossier (origin, GMO, allergen, irradiation, kosher/halal) with every sample.
Botanical flavours sit naturally alongside functional positioning — ashwagandha, rhodiola, lion's mane, L-theanine, magnesium, GABA. We supply masking and modulation systems that pair with the most common functional matrices to soften bitter, earthy and metallic off-notes while preserving the botanical signature.
Compliant with Health Canada NHP labelling expectations for the flavour component of natural health product beverages and shots.
Product-specific application rate must be reviewed and approved by the technical team for the selected flavour, matrix, process and declaration goals before use. No rate shown here is a specification.
| Profile | Dosage to confirm | Best in | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elderflower | Confirm for the selected flavour | Sparkling water, seltzer, tonic | Water-soluble |
| Hibiscus | Confirm for the selected flavour | Iced tea, kombucha | Water-soluble |
| Ginger | Confirm for the selected flavour | Ginger beer, shots, bakery | Liquid or oleoresin blend |
| Lavender / rose | Confirm for the selected flavour | Confectionery, dairy, beverages | Water-soluble |
| Juniper / botanical gin blend | Confirm for the selected flavour | RTD cocktails, zero-alcohol | Alcohol-stable liquid |
Confirm format availability and performance for the selected reference and your process. Not every flavour is available in every format below.
Propylene glycol, ethanol or glycerine carriers for clear, cold-fill and syrup applications.
Weighted emulsions for cloud, colour lift and citrus oil delivery in beverages.
Maltodextrin or gum-acacia carriers for dry blends, sachets, bars and seasonings.
Yes — our botanical catalogue is widely used by Canadian craft distilleries and NA spirit brands. Ask for our cocktail-and-bitters profile shortlist.
Yes — our hop distillate range covers the most-used varietals for non-alcoholic and kombucha applications, delivering authentic hop character without bitterness.
Yes — we supply masking systems and flavour architectures designed around ashwagandha, rhodiola and reishi character so the functional payload stays palatable.
Several of our most-used botanical profiles are available in organic-compliant versions — ask for the up-to-date list with your brief.
A flavour description is a starting point, not evidence of performance in your recipe. Use a documented trial to decide whether a candidate fits.
Share the product base, processing conditions, target taste and benchmark. Identify the issue: bitterness, aroma loss, an unwanted note or a new flavour direction.
Ask technical support to confirm the selected flavour’s dosage, carrier and handling requirements. Compare candidates in the same recipe and process, including an unflavoured control where useful.
Evaluate aroma, taste, aftertaste and appearance after processing and during your intended storage conditions. Record the formula, dose and observations against your agreed acceptance criteria before scale-up.
Tell us which specification, allergen statement, safety data sheet, certificate of analysis or certification evidence your quality team needs. Availability and certification scope must be confirmed for the specific reference; an ingredient document does not establish compliance of your finished product.
Share your application, product base, target profile and timeline. Our Canadian office reviews your brief with Delsa and confirms the options, sample availability and next steps for your project.
