The Flavor Apprentice (TFA) is a leading producer of water-soluble flavourings.
Sweet And Tart brings a true candy vibe: sparkling acidity meets clean sugar sweetness with a fruity top—perfect for sodas, lemonades and fruit mixes. Use: Concentrate that must be diluted. TFA flavours are water-soluble and PG-carried; some may contain traces of ethanol. Note: We purchase in bulk and re-bottle into smaller sizes (not the original packaging).
Tips & accessories
Contents
- 1 × TFA Sweet And Tart concentrate (20 ml / 50 ml / 100 ml)
Features
- Type: Food-grade flavour concentrate (water-soluble)
- Carrier: Propylene Glycol (PG)
- Profile: clean sugar sweetness, lively acidity, fruity candy top
- Role: candy/soda base or tart accent for fruits
- Packaging: Re-bottled by us (not original)
Tasting notes
- Top: zesty citrus/fruit sparkle
- Middle: rounded candy sweetness
- Base: light powder-candy dryness
Tips for this flavour
- Dosing: 3–6% standalone for a defined sweet-and-sour base; 0.25–2.0% as a tart/sweet accent.
- Soda/lemonade builds: layer with lemon-lime, grape, blue razz or strawberry; a pinch of citric/malic can add extra fizz.
- Candy sheen: 0.25–0.5% sweetener adds gloss without drowning the tang.
- Smooth edges: 0.25–0.5% marshmallow/vanilla softens any roughness.
- Steeping: short (0–3 days)—retest after 24 h for brightness.
Ingredients
Flavouring substances, Propylene Glycol (PG). May contain traces of ethanol/water.
Allergy & warnings
- Contains PG. Do not use undiluted—DIY mixing only.
- High % may feel sharp/dry on the throat—start low and fine-tune.
- Store cool/dark. Keep away from children and pets.
Mixing ratios (starting points)
- E-liquid single: 3–6%
- As an accent: 0.25–2.0%
- Culinary/drinks: 0.05–0.3% — adjust to taste
FAQ
Is this a sweetener?
No—it’s a flavour with both sweetness and tang. Add your preferred sweetener if you want extra sweetness.
How do I push a sour-candy vibe?
Carefully increase within range and add a touch of citric/malic.
Good with berries and tropicals?
Yes—great with strawberry, blue razz, grape, apple, mango and pineapple in sodas/lemonades.
Too sharp?
Reduce %, round with marshmallow/vanilla and give it a 24 h rest.
Manufacturer info?
The Flavor Apprentice – official website
