Re-spicing is our phrase for adjusting your current spice formula. Some call it re-specing. We take your spice blend change ingredients. To make it better; or cheaper.
Cost Reduction
Cost Re-Spicing is the process of modifying a recipe or formulation by replacing higher-cost spices, herbs, or raw materials with more economical alternatives, while maintaining the intended flavour profile as closely as possible.At its core, it’s a cost optimisation technique that allows manufacturers to navigate volatile ingredient markets, manage inflationary pressures, or meet tighter margin targets—without sacrificing product quality in a way that would be noticeable to the customer.
Examples of Re-Spicing in Action
• Replacing ground black pepper with black pepper oleoresin: same pungency and aroma at a fraction of the cost, and in more concentrated form.
• Swapping fresh garlic for dehydrated garlic powder or even garlic flavouring compound.
• Using dried herbs in place of fresh when the flavour impact is negligible in cooked applications.
• Switching from whole spices to extracts, essential oils, or compound blends that are standardised and lower in unit cost.
What It’s Not
Re-spicing is not about radically altering the recipe or cutting corners on quality. It’s about smart substitution—making precise, targeted changes that:
• Reduce ingredient spend
• Avoid triggering new labelling or allergen issues
• Stay true to the product’s original sensory character
Freshen Up
Freshen Re-SpicingThat top note not quite singing anymore? We’ll give it a remix — maybe even throw in a little drum solo while we’re at it.Freshening up is about reinvigorating a product’s flavour profile when it’s starting to feel a bit tired, flat, or out of step with current taste trends. It’s still your classic track — just with a sharper hook or brighter chorus.
Whether it’s:
• Lifting the top note with a more aromatic citrus oil
• Adding complexity by switching from plain cumin to toasted
• Replacing a flat paprika with one that has better colour and heat
• Dialling up freshness with herb oleoresins over dried powders
—we’re here to re-spice with purpose.
This isn’t about cutting costs — it’s about reviving character and keeping your product performing at its best. Think of it as flavour maintenance for your range. A fresh coat of paint for the palate.
Modern Diets
Vegan? Gluten-free? Free from everything but flavour?You name it, we’ll sort it. And yes — it’ll still taste like the real deal.
We specialise in re-spicing and reformulating to meet today’s diverse dietary demands, without compromising on depth, authenticity, or enjoyment. Whether it’s:
• Taking out dairy but keeping the creaminess
• Swapping animal-derived ingredients for plant-based alternatives
• Ditching gluten without losing texture or flavour delivery
• Cleaning up the label while keeping it craveable
—we make it work. Seamlessly. Deliciously. Quietly clever.
Modern eating shouldn’t mean missing out — and with us, it doesn’t.
Nastie Removal
Want to ditch the no-no’s — MSG, declarable allergens, artificial additives?We’ll help you say goodbye to the unwelcome bits while keeping all the yum.
Whether you’re aiming for a clean label, allergen-free certification, or just peace of mind for your customers, we know how to:
• Swap out MSG for natural umami alternatives
• Replace gluten-containing carriers with safe, functional options
• Remove artificial colours and preservatives without sacrificing shelf life
• Keep flavour intact while trimming the ingredient list
No compromise. No off-notes. No drama.
Just clever re-spicing and a cleaner conscience.
