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Citrus Flavor Wheels: Orange, Tangerine, and Lemon

Unlock Beverage Innovation

Imbibe’s Flavor Wheels are transforming the way beverage leaders approach flavor development. Designed to streamline cross-functional collaboration and accelerate innovation, these tools establish a shared sensory language across R&D, marketing, and production teams—ensuring alignment from concept to commercialization.

The latest additions to our Flavor Wheel collection—Orange, Tangerine, and Lemon—spotlight the dynamic spectrum of tropical citrus flavors. Built on Imbibe’s proprietary flavor lexicon, developed by flavor chemists and sensory scientists, these wheels enable beverage professionals to precisely identify and articulate nuanced flavor profiles for more strategic product development.


Tangerine Flavor Wheel
Showcases a flavor that’s sweeter and more brightly acidic than standard orange, with a concentrated citrus punch. Ideal for lively beverage applications, Tangerine pairs exceptionally well with ingredients like pineapple, cranberry, and lemon—making it a powerful choice for both traditional and modern flavor formulations.


Orange Flavor Wheel
Captures a balanced profile of sweet, fruity, and subtle floral notes. This tool empowers teams to tailor the orange flavor experience, whether crafting a bright carbonated beverage or a refreshing hydration mix. Click the Flavor Wheel to download!


Lemon Flavor Wheel
Delivers the clean, tart brightness consumers expect, with delicate floral undertones. This wheel helps developers fine-tune the balance between sharp acidity and subtle sweetness, ensuring that lemon-based formulations meet demand for freshness and vibrancy.


By integrating Imbibe’s Flavor Wheels into your product development workflow, you can:

  • Accelerate Innovation Cycles: Establish a common flavor language that enhances communication across departments and reduces development time.
  • Drive Market Differentiation: Identify and leverage subtle distinctions between citrus varieties to launch more targeted, consumer-resonant products.
  • Expand Flavor Exploration: Confidently experiment with bold combinations—like Tangerine with premium spirits or Lemon in sparkling protein—to create memorable sensory experiences.

More than reference tools, Imbibe’s Flavor Wheels are strategic assets that fuel creativity, precision, and speed in beverage development. For formulators aiming to push boundaries and exceed consumer expectations, these tools provide both the framework and inspiration for success.

Request these and other flavors to accelerate your next innovation.


Click here to download our Citrus Flavor Wheels!

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