Flavour harmony: honey and cinnamon
Honey and cinnamon together create a well-balanced, functional flavour profile in which sweetness, warmth and aromatic depth naturally enhance one another. The combination is characterised by a rounded flavour development, high consumer recognition and an intensified perception of sweetness.
When the amount of honey in a product is limited due to cost, nutritional or processing constraints, a honey flavour can be used to reinforce the characteristic taste profile without increasing sugar content. The aromatic components add fullness and a subtle floral note.
Cinnamon acts as a complementary flavour that structures and deepens the sweetness of honey. Its gentle spiciness and warm undertones introduce contrast and additional layers, giving the overall flavour profile greater complexity and appeal.
Example applications:
• Bakery products such as bread, gingerbread, cereal bars and biscuits
• Dairy applications, including yoghurt, quark, drinking yoghurt and desserts
• Breakfast products such as granola, muesli and breakfast cereals
• Beverages, including (plant-based) dairy drinks and functional beverages
• Sports and functional nutrition, such as protein bars and protein drinks
• Sauces and spreads where a warm, balanced sweetness is desired
Thanks to the harmonious pairing of honey and cinnamon, this flavour profile is highly versatile and well suited to products enjoyed throughout the year.
