04/2025

Snack Food Seasonings

Trilogy Flavors, Inc.

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Snacking habits are at an all-time high, with consumers reaching for snacks more frequently throughout the day. Alongside this surge, there’s a notable rise in flavor experimentation, as adventurous eaters seek bold, unique, and globally inspired taste experiences. From sweet-meets-savory mashups to spicy infusions and unexpected ingredient pairings, the snack aisle has become a playground for innovation and discovery.

OUR SNACK FOOD SEASONINGS INCLUDE:

(994439) Bacon	(995216) Mango Habanero Ranch
(991093) BBQ	(997178) Maple
(995325) Buffalo Chicken	(996389) Pumpkin Pie Spice
(995331) Cheddar	(476612) Southwestern
(995012) Chili-Lime	(384899) Truffle
(993093) Dill	(997114) Wasabi

To learn more, please contact your sales representative or email us at [email protected].

Trilogy Flavors, Inc.

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