Description
Angel Bake pure red grapefruit extract is part of the Culinary Aromatics collection — Saena’s line of pure, clean-label flavor extracts designed for the widest range of culinary applications. The Culinary Aromatics line is formulated for the widest possible range of culinary applications — from beverages and cocktails to baking, chocolate, and savory preparations. No added sugar and no propylene glycol means it fits naturally into keto, low-carb, and clean-label dietary requirements without compromise. From Palomas and greyhounds to grapefruit curd, citrus tarts, and grapefruit-dark chocolate ganache, red Citrus paradisi brings a bright, bittersweet citrus character that is sweeter and more rounded than white grapefruit — the most sophisticated and cocktail-forward citrus in the Angel Bake lineup. What changes from flavor to flavor is the botanical character — everything else about the line’s performance, purity, and versatility remains constant.
Pure red grapefruit extract — red Citrus paradisi
Our pure red grapefruit extract is produced from red grapefruit — Citrus paradisi — capturing the fruit’s complete aromatic profile: bright and intensely citrusy on the nose, with a distinctive bittersweet character and a floral, pink-citrus finish that sets grapefruit apart from every other citrus in the culinary world. Red grapefruit is noticeably sweeter and more rounded than white grapefruit — the bitterness that can overwhelm in white grapefruit becomes a sophisticated complexity in the red variety, making it the preferred choice for cocktails, fine pastry, and artisan confectionery.
Because it is concentrated and consistent year-round, our extract eliminates the batch-to-batch variability of fresh grapefruit juice and zest — no seasonal bitterness fluctuation, no texture challenges in beverages and confections, and the same vivid pink grapefruit character in every drop, regardless of season.
Flavor and aroma
Angel Bake pure red grapefruit extract delivers the unmistakable character of red Citrus paradisi: bright and intensely citrusy on the nose, with a bittersweet body and a clean, floral pink-citrus finish. Unlike lemon and lime, which lead with pure tartness, red grapefruit has a complex duality — simultaneously bright and bitter, sweet and sharp — that makes it uniquely compelling in cocktails, pastry, and confectionery where complexity and sophistication are the objective. Whether used as the defining citrus note in a Paloma syrup or as a vivid bittersweet accent in a dark chocolate ganache, it integrates cleanly and consistently, delivering true red grapefruit character in every drop.
What we don’t have matters
At Angel Bake, ingredient integrity is as important as flavor quality. That is why the Culinary Aromatics line is formulated without:
- Artificial flavors or enhancers
- Synthetic colors or dyes
- Propylene glycol
- BHT or sodium benzoate
- WONF (with other natural flavors)
- Added sugar or artificial sweeteners
We take food safety seriously. Our products are produced in a dedicated gluten-free, allergen-free facility — meaning none of the major food allergens are present in our production environment, not just absent from our formulations. Furthermore, because our extracts are made with organic ingredients, they meet the clean-label demands of the most discerning retail and foodservice buyers.
Applications
The Culinary Aromatics line is formulated for the widest possible range of culinary applications. Red grapefruit is one of our most distinctive citrus extracts — the go-to choice for craft cocktails, contemporary pastry, and any application where bittersweet citrus complexity is the objective:
- Paloma, greyhound, and grapefruit cocktails
- Grapefruit mimosa and citrus spritzes
- Grapefruit margarita and citrus-forward tequila drinks
- Grapefruit simple syrup — sugar-free or low-calorie
- Grapefruit lemonade and sparkling citrus beverages
- Grapefruit curd and bittersweet citrus fillings
- Citrus tarts and grapefruit-forward pastry
- Grapefruit cakes, cupcakes, and citrus-glazed pastry
- Grapefruit buttercream and citrus icings
- Grapefruit chocolate ganache and citrus truffles
- Ceviche and citrus-forward savory preparations
- Citrus vinaigrettes and grapefruit-forward dressings
- Grapefruit ice cream, sorbet, and frozen desserts
- Grapefruit cheesecake and cream-based desserts
- Post-production finishing via spritzer
Culinary applications by tradition
Red grapefruit is one of the most distinctive and versatile citrus flavors in contemporary culinary and cocktail culture:
Cocktails and mixology: The Paloma — Mexico’s most popular cocktail — is built entirely on grapefruit. The greyhound, grapefruit margarita, grapefruit mimosa, and Sea Breeze all rely on grapefruit’s bittersweet character as their defining note.
Contemporary pastry: Grapefruit curd, grapefruit tarts, citrus-glazed cakes, grapefruit chiffon, and the growing category of bittersweet citrus-forward fine pastry.
Mexican and Latin American: The Paloma is the backbone of Mexican cocktail culture. Grapefruit agua fresca, citrus preparations, and grapefruit-forward Mexican flavors.
Mediterranean and savory: Grapefruit ceviche, citrus-forward seafood preparations, grapefruit vinaigrettes, and Mediterranean citrus salads where bittersweet complexity is prized over pure tartness.
Chocolate and confectionery: Grapefruit-dark chocolate is a sophisticated contemporary pairing — the bittersweet citrus cuts through dark chocolate richness in a way that lemon and lime cannot replicate.
Certifications and compliance
Third-party certified:
- Kosher — Oregon Kosher, PAREVE
- NSF GMP and HACCP certified facility
Regulatory compliance:
- FDA compliant — all flavor ingredients approved per FDA regulations
- FEMA GRAS — generally recognized as safe
- TTB compliant
- California Prop 65 compliant
Clean-label declarations:
- Gluten-Free — produced in a dedicated gluten-free, allergen-free facility; meets Federal Register Final Rule 78 FR 47154
- Made with organic ingredients
- Made with NonGMO ingredients — full ingredient traceability
- Vegan
- Keto-friendly
- No added sugar
- Meets major retail clean-label ingredient safety and quality requirements, including Trader Joe’s and other leading natural and specialty retailers — no ingredients from restricted or unacceptable ingredient lists
Because we maintain full ingredient traceability on every batch, we are able to provide complete documentation for retailer ingredient questionnaires, audit requirements, and compliance programs on request.
A clean, no-added-sugar citrus flavoring
Unlike commercial grapefruit syrups and margarita mixes — which typically contain added sugars, artificial flavors, and artificial colors — Angel Bake delivers pure red grapefruit flavor with no added sugar. Because of this, it integrates naturally into keto, low-carb, and diabetic-friendly recipes without any reformulation.
Furthermore, the Culinary Aromatics line is the ideal base for homemade Paloma syrups and grapefruit cocktail syrups. Combine your preferred sweetener with hot water, then add 8 to 10 drops per cup. As a result, a single bottle replaces an entire season of commercial grapefruit syrup and margarita mix purchases with complete control over intensity and sweetness.
The Culinary Aromatics Kit
The Culinary Aromatics Kit is designed for precision flavoring in both production and service environments. It includes a precision dropper for measured, consistent dosing and a fine-mist spritzer for post-production aromatic finishing.
For red grapefruit, the spritzer is particularly compelling at the moment of service — a single spritz over a finished Paloma, a grapefruit mimosa, a ceviche plate, or a citrus tart delivers a burst of bright, bittersweet pink grapefruit aroma that fresh-cut grapefruit cannot match for consistency or elegance. The Kit is equally at home in a craft cocktail bar, a modern Mexican or Mediterranean restaurant kitchen, or a bench-scale beverage development session.
Usage and servings
A 2 fl oz bottle delivers 200 to 300 servings. Because this extract is significantly more concentrated than fresh grapefruit juice or zest, a small amount delivers a full citrus character:
- Drinks, cocktails, and mocktails: 3 to 5 drops per 12 oz
- Baking and desserts: 3 to 5 drops per cup of batter or curd
- Homemade grapefruit syrup: 8 to 10 drops per cup of syrup base
- Savory cooking and dressings: 3 to 5 drops per cup of base
- Chocolate and ganache: add directly to melted chocolate
- Post-production finishing via spritzer: 1 to 2 spritzes per serving
Best By: 3 years from manufacturing date. Store in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight.
An Angel Bake product by Saena Baking Co.
