Lionel Hitchen Limited

Social media is playing a pivotal role in shaping the flavour preferences and consumption behaviours of Gen Z and Millennials. These younger generations are increasingly drawn to visually appealing and innovative flavours that are often showcased on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. Our extensive range of flavours and flavour ingredients empowers brands to tap into contemporary trends, ensuring they remain relevant in a fast-evolving market. Through our FutureFlavours concepts, we show our commitment to creativity by turning innovative ideas into trend concepts that resonate with consumers. Find out more - https://buff.ly/3X6rbNk #FlavourInnovation #FutureFlavours #GenZ #Millennials

The flavour industry has been experiencing a remarkable transformation, driven by the fusion of diverse culinary traditions and innovative approaches to flavour creation.   This cultural fusion has given rise to exciting new taste experiences that captivate consumers and push the boundaries of traditional flavour profiles.   Learn more in our blog 'Cultural Fusion in Flavour Innovation'   #GlobalCuisine #GlobalFlavours #Innovation #FoodAndBeverageIndustry

🍔🎉 Happy National Burger Day! 🎉🍔 At #HitchenKitchen, we're celebrating with a delicious twist on the classic burger! Our team has crafted a vegan burger that’s bursting with flavour. Thanks to our #NaturallyFabulous Bourbon Oak Soft Extract, Grill Type Flavour, and Garlic Roasted Oleoresin, this burger is so tasty, you won’t believe it’s vegan! Get inspired by our recipes! https://buff.ly/4fPiNsS #NationalBurgerDay #Vegan #FoodInnovation

We are delighted to announce and celebrate Colin Scantlebury as our new Operations Director! Colin has been an invaluable part of our team for 8 incredible years, serving as our Head of Manufacturing. His dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment have played a pivotal role in supporting our business growth and delivering #NaturallyFabulous products to our customers. #NaturallyFabulous #TeamHitchen #MeetTheTeam

With the rising popularity of authentic Italian cuisine, it’s no surprise that pistachio is appearing everywhere! This delightful flavour, with its unique nutty taste and vibrant green hue, is becoming a favourite among consumers and brands alike. Recent innovations in new product development (NPD) highlight the versatility of pistachio, showcasing its presence in: 🍦 Gourmet Gelatos: Creamy and indulgent, perfect for summer treats! 🎂 Decadent Desserts: Think pistachio-infused cakes and pastries that elevate any dessert menu. 🍽️ Savoury Sauces: Adding a nutty twist to dressings and pestos, enhancing flavour profiles in savoury dishes. 💪 Snack Bars: Health-conscious consumers are loving pistachio-flavoured protein bars and snacks that combine nutrition with taste. Our #NaturallyFabulous Pistachio flavour, from our Nutty ‘No-Nuts’ range, is crafted to deliver ‘true to the taste’ flavour without any nuts or nut derivatives, so everyone can enjoy it. Why not sample its rich, creamy essence with a subtly sweet profile, and see how it can elevate your next innovative product development! #Pistachio #FoodTrends #FoodAndBeverage

🍹 Cheers to National Rum Day! Join us in celebrating with our Rum Sunset RTD Cocktail, crafted exclusively at #HitchenBar. This refreshing cocktail features our #NaturallyFabulous Orange Fresh Washing, vibrant Grenadine flavour, and a hint of our Vanilla Extract for the perfect tropical twist! Get inspired by our recipes! https://buff.ly/3yuHSsi #RumDay #Cocktail #BeverageIndustry

White Miso is taking the food industry by storm, and it's all thanks to its rich umami profile that adds depth to any dish. At #HitchenKitchen, we couldn't resist jumping on this tasty trend! We've crafted a delicious Miso Cookie featuring our #NaturallyFabulous White Miso flavour. It's the perfect blend of sweet and savoury! 🍪 Get inspired by our recipes! https://buff.ly/4fD4WG0 #BakingInnovation #FoodTrend #WhiteMiso

Unique to the Hitchen family, the HiFruit range is part of our superior range. A blend containing 95% named fruit extract, with natural flavourings to standardise and ensure a consistent flavour profile. This ever-growing range of natural extracts has been developed by our expert flavour specialists in the #HitchenKitchen, ensuring a ‘true to the fruit’ taste, perfect for use in a variety of beverage products, including juices, carbonated soft drinks, tonic water, alcoholic beverages to name a few. Find out more - https://buff.ly/4dQ6xXB #NaturalFlavours #FoodAndBeverageIndustry #LionelHitchen #NaturallyFabulous

Just like the amazing athletes winning gold at the Olympics, we are proud of our EcoVadis Gold Medal achievement! 🥇 We’re not just running laps around the competition; we’re in the top 2% of rated companies in the Manufacture of Other Food Products industry! And when it comes to sustainability, we’re flexing our muscles in the top 5% overall! 💪🌱 While we may not be doing any triple axels, we’re definitely spinning circles around our commitment to a sustainable future! 🌍✨ #EcoVadis #GoldMedal #Sustainability #Excellence #CommitmentToQuality #OlympicSpirit #GoingForGold

We are delighted to announce that we have been named finalists in two categories at the Growing Business Awards 2024 🏆✨   ✔ Santander Export Champion of the Year ✔ Growing Business of the Year: Turnover £50m+   This recognition is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation in the food and beverage industry. We couldn't have achieved this without the hard work and dedication of our #TeamHitchen, suppliers, distributors and the support of our valued customers.   Thank you for being part of our journey! Together, we continue to reach new heights. 🌟   #GrowingBusinessAwards #Finalists #Excellence #Teamwork