Tate & Lyle Introduces OPTIMIZER STEVIA 8.10, a Cost-effective Premium Sweetener

Tate & Lyle unveiled its new stevia composition, OPTIMIZER STEVIA 8.10. This innovative ingredient delivers the highly desired premium taste profile closest to sugar, even at high sugar replacement levels, while offering a more cost-effective solution than other premium sweeteners. 

This stevia composition offers a comprehensive set of benefits for both manufacturers and consumers. With OPTIMIZER STEVIA 8.10, manufacturers gain access to a versatile, great tasting stevia at a lower cost-in-use, offering an improved value compared to other premium stevia sweeteners. This translates to delicious, low-calorie options that meet consumer demand without compromising on taste. The unique composition qualifies for labeling as “stevia extract,” aligning with consumer preference for a sweetener derived from nature.

With versatility across applications, OPTIMIZER STEVIA 8.10 is ideal for achieving a superior taste profile in high sugar-replacement formulations like nutrition bars and shakes, functional beverages, vitamin gummies, and yogurt. 

“OPTIMIZER STEVIA 8.10 is a breakthrough for the industry,” said Abigail Storms, Senior Vice President Global Platform, Sweeteners & Fibers, Tate & Lyle. “We’ve leveraged our technical expertise to create a sweetener that not only meets the highest standards of taste and quality but also delivers cost savings to our customers. OPTIMIZER STEVIA 8.10 opens a world of possibilities for food and beverage manufacturers because they no longer have to compromise on taste because of cost. Whether you’re looking to improve taste, reduce costs, or enhance the nutritional profile of your products, OPTIMIZER STEVIA 8.10 delivers on all fronts.”