The Flavor Apprentice (TFA) is a leading producer of water-soluble flavourings.
Black Currant delivers a striking cassis profile: bright acidity, dark berry sweetness and a characteristic peel/leaf nuance that adds structure—great for lemonades/sodas, mixed berries, jam-style builds, yoghurts/creams and as an accent to grape/apple.
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 bottles (not the original packaging).
Tips & accessories
Contents
- 1 × TFA Black Currant concentrate (20 ml / 50 ml / 100 ml)
Features
- Type: Food-grade flavour concentrate (water-soluble)
- Carrier: Propylene Glycol (PG)
- Profile: cassis, tart lift, mild tannic/peel depth
- Role: berry base or powerful accent adding colour, acidity and depth
- Packaging: Re-bottled by us (not original)
Tasting notes
- Top: zesty, wine-like snap
- Middle: dark cassis juiciness
- Base: light leaf/peel with jammy sweetness
Tips for this flavour
- Dosing start: 4–7% standalone; 0.25–3.5% as an accent. Too high may turn “catty”/leafy or bitter.
- Lemonade/soda: 0.25–0.75% Sweet & Tart + 0.1–0.25% Sour; optionally 0.25–0.6% Koolada.
- Pairings: Ripe Strawberry, Blueberry Extra, grape, Green Apple, lychee; creams/vanilla for dessert.
- Soften tannins: 0.25–0.5% Marshmallow or Meringue to smooth edges.
- Jam depth: a touch of Boysenberry Deluxe or Blueberry Wild adds colour and body.
- Tobacco/anise twist: tiny amounts with Licorice Tobacco or Anise for grown-up cassis.
- Steeping: 0–3 days (fruit); 3–7 days (desserts) to mellow tannins.
Ingredients
Flavouring substances, Propylene Glycol (PG). May contain traces of ethanol/water.
Allergy & warnings
- Contains PG—do not use undiluted.
- Can dominate and go leafy at high %—start low and increase carefully.
- Store cool/dark and tightly closed. Keep away from children and pets.
Mixing ratios (starting points)
- E-liquid single: 6–10%
- As an accent: 0.5–4%
- Steeping: 0–3 days (fruit); 3–7 days (dessert)
FAQ
Getting a “catty”/leafy edge?
Lower the %, smooth with Marshmallow and brighten with Sweet & Tart/Sour.
Best companions?
Strawberry, blueberry, grape, apple and lychee; plus vanilla/creams.
Works for wine/cider vibes?
Yes—combine with grape/apple and a hint of Brown Sugar.
How to make it jammy?
Add a touch of Blueberry Wild and round with Meringue.
PG-carried and re-bottled?
Yes—water-soluble, PG-carried concentrate that must be diluted; we buy in bulk and re-bottle.
Manufacturer info?
The Flavor Apprentice – official website
