Thaumatin in Beverages: 6 Practical Formulation Tips for R&D Teams

Thaumatin – the ultra-intense natural protein sweetener (2,000–3,000× sweeter than sugar) from the West African katemfe fruit – has become a go-to ingredient for sugar-reduced and zero-calorie beverages. Its clean taste, excellent bitterness-masking ability and clean-label status make it perfect for sports drinks, functional waters, RTD teas, and low-calorie sodas.

Here are 6 battle-tested tips from our R&D support team at Asia Bio-Pharmaceutical Research Institute to help you formulate faster and more successfully.

Thaumatin – The Natural Zero-Calorie Sweetener That’s 3000 Times Sweeter Than Sugar!

Are you struggling with sugar cravings but worried about blood sugar spikes and extra inches around your waist? Thaumatin is your new secret weapon! 🍓 Extracted from the tropical fruit *Thaumatococcus daniellii* of West Africa, Thaumatin is a 100% natural sweet-tasting protein that delivers incredible sweetness — up to 3000 times that of sugar — with almost zero calories.