The Flavor Apprentice (TFA) is a leading producer of water-soluble flavourings.
DX Hazelnut delivers a clear nut profile: roasted hazelnut, creamy praline and rounded sweetness that lifts chocolates, coffees, caramels and desserts. The DX line is formulated without added diketones (DA/AP) for a cleaner cream tone. 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 DX Hazelnut concentrate (20 ml / 50 ml / 100 ml)
Features
- Type: Food-grade flavour concentrate (water-soluble)
- Carrier: Propylene Glycol (PG)
- DX: formulated without added diketones (diacetyl/acetoin/acetyl propionyl)
- Profile: roasted hazelnut, praline/cream, mild sweetness
- Role: nut base or rich nut accent in chocolate/coffee/dessert/tobacco
- Packaging: Re-bottled by us (not original)
Tasting notes
- Top: nuanced roast and fresh nut aroma
- Middle: creamy hazelnut praline
- Base: soft sweetness with light caramel/vanilla
Tips for this flavour
- Dosing start: 2–4% standalone; 0.25–2% as an accent. High % can read dry/cardboardy.
- Chocolate & pralines: layer with DX Milk Chocolate/Cocoa Rounds and a hint of butterscotch.
- Coffee desserts: pair with coffee/espresso, vanillas and a touch of caramel.
- Roast boost: 0.1–0.3% Acetyl Pyrazine adds biscuit/cereal and peanut-skin style roast—use sparingly.
- Tobaccos: shines in RY4/caramel tobaccos and darker dessert blends.
- Fruits & bakery: banana, pear, cherry plus pie/crumb bases for gianduja/bakery vibes.
- Steeping: 5–10 days—nut and creams meld and smooth.
Ingredients
Flavouring substances, Propylene Glycol (PG). May contain traces of ethanol/water.
Allergy & warnings
- Contains no nut oils; it’s a flavour. If severely nut-allergic, assess suitability yourself.
- PG-carried—do not use undiluted.
- Overuse may taste dry or papery—stay within the suggested range.
- Store cool/dark and tightly closed. Keep away from children and pets.
Mixing ratios (starting points)
- E-liquid single: 2–5%
- As an accent: 0.25–2%
- Culinary/drinks: 0.05–0.3% — adjust to taste
FAQ
How is it different from regular Hazelnut?
DX is made without added diketones, giving a cleaner cream note and less “butterscotch”.
Getting a dry/cardboard note?
Likely overdosed—reduce %, add marshmallow/cream and allow 5–10 days to rest.
Good with chocolate and coffee?
Yes—classic praline/latte pairings with chocolate, caramel and espresso.
Works in tobaccos?
Great in RY4 and dessert tobaccos for nutty depth.
PG-carried and must be diluted?
Yes—water-soluble, PG-carried concentrate to be diluted in base.
Manufacturer info?
The Flavor Apprentice – official website
