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FORMAT GUIDE / 05

Gummies

A chewable format where taste, texture and formula limits are closely connected.

05ACC / FORMAT STUDY

AT A GLANCE

Start with the product experience, then test the technical fit

Gummies place the sensory experience at the centre of the product. Ingredient load, flavour, texture, moisture and heat exposure need to be balanced as one system.

Formula direction
Ingredients compatible with a confectionery-style matrix
User experience
Chewed with a defined flavour and texture
Planning focus
Ingredient load, flavour, texture and stability

PROJECT OPTIONS

Topics to include in the brief

  • 01Flavour direction
  • 02Colour direction
  • 03Shape discussion
  • 04Bottle or pouch discussion

PLANNING CHECKPOINTS

Questions to resolve before confirming a specification

The answers depend on the formula, target market and project scope. They are reviewed as part of a technical discussion.

  1. 01

    Ingredient load

    Balance the desired serving with texture and sensory limits.

  2. 02

    Taste and texture

    Develop flavour, sweetness, chew and finish as a connected experience.

  3. 03

    Storage behaviour

    Review heat, moisture, sticking and packaging considerations.

TURN THE FORMAT INTO A BRIEF

Have a formula direction in mind?

Share the target market, audience, ingredient direction and preferred format so the team can organise the next technical questions.