The Flavor Apprentice (TFA) is a leading producer of water-soluble flavourings. Vanilla Cupcake captures fresh-baked vanilla muffin notes: buttery batter, tender cake crumb, gentle frosting and a smooth vanilla that anchors dessert recipes.
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 Vanilla Cupcake concentrate (20 ml / 50 ml / 100 ml)
Features
- Type: Food-grade flavour concentrate (water-soluble)
- Carrier: Propylene Glycol (PG)
- Profile: fresh-baked vanilla cake, buttery batter, light frosting, creamy vanilla
- Role: bakery/dessert base that binds fruits and creams
- Packaging: Re-bottled by us (not original)
Tasting notes
- Top: sweet vanilla with a hint of frosting
- Middle: buttery batter and soft cake crumb
- Base: creamy vanilla with gentle baked tones
Tips for this flavour
- Dosing (solo): 2–4% for a defined cupcake base; higher may taste doughy.
- As an accent: 0.5–2.0% to round fruits/chocolate.
- Build body: 0.1–0.3% Acetyl Pyrazine for toasted crumb; 0.25–0.5% marshmallow/custard to soften edges.
- Pairings: strawberry/raspberry, caramel/RY4, chocolate/cocoa, blueberry, lemon cream, nuts.
- Steeping: 7–14 days—vanilla and cake body integrate and smooth out.
Ingredients
Flavouring substances, Propylene Glycol (PG). May contain traces of ethanol/water.
Allergy & warnings
- Contains PG. Do not use undiluted—DIY mixing only.
- Overuse can taste doughy/frosting-heavy—start low and adjust.
- Store cool/dark. Keep away from children and pets.
Mixing ratios (starting points)
- E-liquid single: 2–5%
- As an accent: 0.5–2.0%
- Culinary/drinks: 0.05–0.3% – adjust to taste
FAQ
Will it become heavy like frosting?
At high % the frosting note can dominate—reduce dosage or balance with a touch of acid/fruit.
How to add a more “baked” impression?
Add 0.1–0.3% Acetyl Pyrazine or a small biscuit/cookie flavour.
Does it pair well with fruit?
Yes—especially strawberry, blueberry and lemon cream. Use 0.5–1.5% as an accent.
Does it need steeping?
Yes, 7–14 days helps the butter/vanilla settle.
Difference vs “Vanilla Custard”?
Custard is heavier and eggier; Vanilla Cupcake is lighter and cake-focused.
Manufacturer info?
The Flavor Apprentice – official website
