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FORMAT GUIDE / 04

Powders & sachets

A flexible format for measured servings, mixing rituals and portable packs.

04ACC / FORMAT STUDY

AT A GLANCE

Start with the product experience, then test the technical fit

Powder formats can accommodate larger serving volumes and create a visible preparation ritual. Solubility, taste, moisture control and pack construction need early attention.

Formula direction
Dry powders and selected granules
User experience
Mixed, poured or taken from a measured pack
Planning focus
Flow, solubility, flavour, moisture and sealing

PROJECT OPTIONS

Topics to include in the brief

  • 01Single-serve sachet
  • 02Multi-serve container
  • 03Flavour direction
  • 04Mixing and serving instructions

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

    Sensory direction

    Define taste, aroma, colour and expected mixing behaviour.

  2. 02

    Powder performance

    Review flow, clumping, solubility and serving consistency.

  3. 03

    Pack protection

    Match barrier and seal requirements with the formula and use case.

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.